Kind Centrum de Horsten

Strengths

• Respectful and responsive communication between staff and children with enriching dialogues
• Attention to individual home routines and biorhythms of babies
• Varied range of activities stimulating multiple developmental areas
• Up-to-date safety and health policy with continuous evaluation cycle
• Sufficient indoor play space (3.59 m² and 5.17 m² per child) and appropriate outdoor space
• Correct staff-to-child ratio on day of inspection

Summary

The annual inspection on 5 February 2026 at Kind Centrum de Horsten (daycare center/kinderdagverblijf/KDV) in Borne, part of Stichting Kinderopvang Ludiek, shows a positive picture. The location provides care for 32 children (ages 0-4) in two core groups. All assessed domains – pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and accommodation – meet the statutory requirements. The pedagogical practice is characterised by respectful communication, attention to individual baby routines and varied activities. The staff-to-child ratio was correct on the inspection date (2 staff for 7 children and 3 staff for 8 children, including 3 babies). The safety and health policy is up to date and the domestic violence reporting code is complete. The indoor space comfortably exceeds the standard of 3.5 m² per child. No violations or areas for improvement were identified.