KDV Berend Botje en PO Bambino
Daycare•Oude IJsselstreek•LRK 149162455
Details updated on 5 October 2026
Features
About this care
Welcome to KDV Berend Botje at Dominee van Dorpstraat 3, right in the centre of Gendringen. Our daycare is part of Stichting Humankind and offers places for up to 77 children aged 0 to 4 years. We are open from 07:30 to 18:30 and work with horizontal groups so that every child receives the attention that matches his or her stage of development.
Our spacious, bright rooms are within walking distance of the village centre and adjoin a large garden where children can play outside to their heart’s content every day. We also have our own gym, so there is plenty of opportunity to move around even when the weather is less favourable. Activities are varied and age-appropriate: from toddler gym and dancing to music, to arts and crafts in the studio and exploring the nature garden. Language development receives extra attention thanks to our VVE status (pre- and early-school education). We read aloud, sing songs and play language games that effortlessly expand vocabulary.
Peace and regularity are central for the very youngest. There are separate sleeping rooms with cots and cradles, and our pedagogical staff follow the sleeping and feeding routine from home as closely as possible. Bottle feeding, fruit and drinks are included; for allergies or special wishes we are happy to consult with parents. Parents choose whether they want half-day or full-day care.
We value cooperation with parents. We regularly discuss how things are going and tailor our approach to what your child needs. In this way your child grows up in a familiar environment and makes the transition to primary school with pleasure.Read more
GGD Inspection
Improvements needed
Inspection date: August 25, 2026
Strengths
- Up-to-date pedagogical policy plan that is well implemented in practice
- Pre-school education using the Startblokken method provides 960 hours per child
- Staff members hold the correct qualifications and CEFR language proficiency level 3F
- All employees have valid Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) declarations and are correctly registered in the PRK
- Safety and health policy is comprehensive and followed
- Good parental involvement through app, themed newsletters, and reading mornings
- Location is affiliated with the recognized Disputes Committee for Childcare (Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang)
Shortcomings
- Adjust the number of childcare places in the LRK from 101 to 90
Summary
The annual inspection by GGD Noord- en Oost-Gelderland on 25 August 2026 shows that daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Berend Botje and pre-school (voorschoolse educatie/PO) Bambino in Gendringen meets all statutory quality requirements. The location, part of Stichting Humankind, provides care for a maximum of 90 children across 6 core groups (3 baby and 3 toddler groups) and pre-school education through the Startblokken method. The pedagogical policy is up-to-date and well implemented in practice. Staff members hold the correct diplomas and Certificates of Good Conduct (VOG). The safety and health policy is adequate, including protocols for safe sleeping and hygiene. Parental involvement is well arranged through various channels. However, the number of childcare places in the LRK must be adjusted from 101 to 90, as the location does not actually provide care for more than 90 children. No violations or areas for improvement were identified.
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