Het huis van de kinderen

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice is sensitive and responsive, with respect for children's autonomy
• Declarations of conduct and personnel register are in order
• Staff hold appropriate qualifications and infant/toddler training
• Staff-to-child ratio complies with regulations
• Safety and health policy is up-to-date and adhered to
• Domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is well implemented
• Staff are familiar with reporting, consultation, and mandatory notification obligations

Violations

• The pedagogical policy plan lacked a concrete description of the policy regarding the use of extra half-days (Article 1.50(2) of the Childcare Act)

Summary

The GGD annual inspection on 7 April 2026 at daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) 'Het huis van de kinderen' in Schiedam yielded predominantly positive results. The location provides daycare for children aged 0-4 following the Montessori vision. The pedagogical practice, staffing matters, and safety aspects comply with legislation. There was one violation: the pedagogical policy plan was missing a description of the policy regarding extra half-days. The provider made use of the recovery offer to supplement the plan. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises no enforcement action.