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About this care
KDV Koala is situated at Tuinstraat 3 in Assen and is part of Stichting SKID Kinderopvang. We provide anthroposophical daycare for children aged 0 to 4. Our approach is inspired by Rudolf Steiner’s philosophy: every child is unique and is given the space to develop at their own pace. We use natural materials, organic food and biodegradable nappies and cleaning products. The daily rhythm alternates between activity and rest, guided by the seasons and annual festivals.
Our premises have been architecturally renovated and consist of two vertical groups: Raponsje/Windekind, a baby group called Duimelijn and a toddler group named Tummetot. The spacious garden borders Valkenstijn estate and the children’s farm, so the children are in daily contact with animals and nature. We offer the option for children to sleep outdoors in special sleeping cabins and we cooperate closely with the Vrije School Assen. KDV Koala carries the EKO quality mark, demonstrating our commitment to 100 % organic food and care products.
We accommodate up to 62 places and follow a pedagogical policy centred on imitation, calmness, rhythm and repetition. Our qualified staff guide the children with respect, reverence and gratitude, fostering the development of the sense of touch, movement, life and balance. You are warmly invited to visit us for a tour or an introductory meeting.Read more
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GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: July 16, 2026
Strengths
- Staff are familiar with the pedagogical policy and are involved in making adjustments
- The safety and health policy is complete, up to date, and is partly drawn up with childcare professionals
- The domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol contains all required elements and is promoted through training
- Parents are informed in multiple ways, including through the website, intake process, newsletters, and parent portal
- The complaints procedure meets all legal requirements and the provider is affiliated with the Childcare Disputes Committee (Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang)
Summary
KDV Koala in Assen, part of Stichting Skid, was inspected by GGD Drenthe (Municipal Health Service) on 16 July 2026. The unannounced annual inspection showed that the daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) meets all assessed quality requirements in the domains of pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and parental rights. The pedagogical approach follows anthroposophical principles of Rudolf Steiner. Staff are familiar with the policy and work in accordance with it. The safety and health policy is complete and up to date, including the domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol. Parents are well informed through multiple channels and there is a functioning complaints procedure. The provider acknowledges the findings in their response and emphasizes the focus on quality and safety.
Reviews
Een hele fijne opvang! Het personeel is heel vriendelijk en heel lief voor de kinderen. Al onze 4 kids zijn er geweest. We zijn verhuisd waardoor het ...
Hele leuke kinderopvang. Onze zoon ging er altijd met plezier naar toe. Vriendelijk personeel, mooi gebouw. Voelt vertrouwd.
Fijne VSO/BSO. Veel aandacht voor de kinderen. Vakbekwaam, enthousiast en sociaal personeel. Ruime aandacht voor creatief bezig zijn, buiten spelen en...
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