IKC de Klimboom

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice is in order: staff communicate sensitively and respectfully with children
• Staff actively stimulate children's social competence and interaction with one another
• Safety and health policy is up to date and followed in practice
• All staff members hold the correct qualifications, Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and language proficiency at level 2F
• Administration is complete and well-organised
• Parents are well informed via the website about policy, inspection reports and complaints procedure
• The premises offer sufficient indoor and outdoor play space

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspection report dated 20 November 2025 for IKC de Klim boom, an after-school care (BSO) in Vlaardingen for children aged 4 to 13, presents a positive picture. All assessed quality requirements were found to be in order, including administration, pedagogical policy and practice, staff qualifications, safety and health, premises and parental rights. The pedagogical practice was observed during free outdoor play. Staff act sensitively and respectfully, and stimulate children's social competence. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The GGD advises the municipality of Vlaardingen not to apply enforcement measures.