Het Zandkasteeltje B.V.

Strengths

• Strong pedagogical climate with predictable routines and emotional safety
• Each child has a fixed mentor and development is systematically monitored
• Sufficient qualified staff with Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG), language assessment and first aid certificate
• Up-to-date safety and health policy, discussed annually in team meetings
• Stable core groups with clear communication to parents about staffing and replacements

Summary

A GGD inspection on 25 August 2025 at Het Zandkasteeltje B.V. (daycare center/kinderdagverblijf/KDV, 32 places, Amsterdam) concludes that all statutory quality requirements are met. The pedagogical climate is good: children experience emotional safety, there is a clear mentor and development monitoring system, and activities align with primary education. Staff hold the required diplomas, Certificates of Good Conduct (VOGs) and sufficient language proficiency; staffing levels are generally correct, with a maximum of 3 hours per day of lean staffing (minimum 50%) during which an additional adult is always present in the building. The safety and health policy is up-to-date, discussed annually, and someone with a valid first aid certificate is always on site. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The municipality is advised to take note of this report for information purposes only.