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About this care
Kindcentrum de Lavendeltuin is located at Lavendelveld 21 in the Huet district of Doetinchem. We are an integral child centre (IKC) and work closely with De Plattenburg primary school. This partnership creates a seamless pathway for children from 0 to 4 years old. Our centre comprises four vertical groups: the Ladybugs (0-2 years), the Squirrels (2-3 years), the Butterflies (3-4 years) and our after-school care group for primary school children. Each group has its own atmosphere and layout, tailored to the age and developmental needs of the children.
We provide Pre- and Early School Education (VVE). This enrichment programme is designed for toddlers aged 2 to 4 who have a VVE indication from the child health clinic. Our pedagogical staff are specially trained in VVE and use recognised methods. We stimulate language, social-emotional development and motor skills in a safe and playful environment, preparing children step by step for a smooth transition to primary school.
Outdoors, there is a spacious, green playground where children can romp and explore every day. We regularly use the adjacent park for walks or to feed the ducks. The petting zoo is within walking distance and is a favourite destination for our excursions. Our fixed teams of pedagogical professionals are ready for your child and for you every day. We work with familiar faces, so your child feels safe and secure.
Feel free to drop by for a tour. We are happy to take the time to show you around and tell you all about our approach. You can make an appointment by phone or via our website.Read more
GGD Inspection
Improvements needed
Inspection date: July 3, 2025
Strengths
- Current and actively implemented pedagogical policy plan
- All staff members listed in the personnel register with approved Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)
- Correct staff-to-child ratios
- Early childhood education is provided
- Every child has a fixed mentor
Shortcomings
- Avoid unnecessary shifting of children between core groups; when additional children are present, deploy an additional staff member instead
Summary
GGD Noord- en Oost-Gelderland visited Kindcentrum de Lavendeltuin in Doetinchem on 3 July 2025 for a risk-driven incidental inspection. The location offers 32 places for children aged 2-4 years in two toddler groups, including early childhood education. The center meets all tested statutory quality requirements: the pedagogical policy is current and actively implemented, all staff members hold a valid Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and are correctly registered, and occupancy ratios are in order. However, inspectors found that children were incorrectly moved between core groups rather than deploying an additional pedagogical staff member, which can disrupt stability for children. This practice has been discussed with the location. No violations were found and no recovery offer was issued. The municipality of Doetinchem is advised not to enforce.
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Onze dochter is hier 3 jaar lang geweest. We zijn héél erg tevreden over de Lavendeltuin van Kindernet, met name over de service en flexibiliteit. Rui...
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