KDV Het Centrum

Strengths

• The pedagogical policy is clearly documented and staff act in accordance with it
• All staff members, trainees and BBL employees hold approved Certificate of Conduct (VOG) registrations and are correctly entered in the childcare personnel register
• Staff-to-child ratios are sufficiently guaranteed at all times
• The safety and health policy is comprehensive and concrete, including risk assessment and action plan
• The domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is up to date and staff receive annual training
• The complaints procedure is transparent and the provider is affiliated with the Childcare Disputes Committee
• Each child has a fixed mentor who discusses the child's development with parents

Shortcomings

• Loose cable in toddler group must be secured to the wall to ensure safety (resolved on site)

Summary

KDV Het Centrum in Aalten, part of Kindernet B.V., was inspected unannounced on 22 January 2026 by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Noord- en Oost-Gelderland. The daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) provides daycare for 32 children aged 0 to 4 years, divided across two core groups. The inspection comprised document review, site visit, discussions with staff, and email contact with the location manager. The overall conclusion is that the provider meets the assessed requirements. One safety observation was made regarding a loose cable in the toddler group, which was resolved on the spot by the staff. No violations were identified and no recovery offer was issued.