Kindcentrum De Doelakkers

Strengths

• The pedagogical policy is elaborated in a policy plan and location-specific work plan, is discussed regularly with the team, and is safeguarded on the floor by a coach
• Staff demonstrate sensitive, responsive interactions; children experience emotional safety and are given ample freedom of choice in activities
• Cooperative play activities stimulate social competencies; rules and norms are applied consistently
• All staff are properly qualified, with Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and language proficiency documentation in place; correct staff-to-child ratio maintained without use of interns
• Children are placed in small, stable base groups; the accommodation offers diverse spaces and an outdoor play area

Summary

GGD inspection on 6 November 2025 at after-school care (BSO) Kindcentrum De Doelakkers (Stichting Etuda Opvang) in Hilvarenbeek. The location provides before-school, after-school, and holiday care for a maximum of 66 children (ages 4-13) in three base groups. All assessed quality requirements have been met: pedagogical climate, staff/groups, and accommodation. The pedagogical policy is concrete and is safeguarded on the work floor by a coach; observations show warm, respectful interactions, ample choice in activities, cooperative games, and clear rules. Staff hold the correct diplomas, Certificates of Good Conduct (VOG), IKK language proficiency documentation, and maintain the correct staff-to-child ratio (4 staff members for 36 children). No deployment of interns or alternatively qualified personnel. Children are placed in fixed base groups of maximum 24 children; the language of instruction is Dutch. No violations or areas for improvement identified. No enforcement recommendation to the municipality.