Kinderdagverblijf Ayla

Strengths

• Calm and secure pedagogical climate with attentive, responsive guidance
• Good developmental stimulation through thematic play and structured activities
• The Startblokken early education program (VE-aanbod) is visibly well-implemented with active guidance
• Staff know the children well and tailor care to individual needs
• Safety and health protocols are properly followed
• Written handover to primary school and warm transition are well arranged

Violations

• Insufficient consistent staff in the groups (staffing levels)
• The early education coach (VE-coach) does not yet hold the required higher professional education degree (training for higher education qualification in pre-school provision)

Summary

Daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Ayla in Amsterdam-Noord, part of Kindercentrum AylaGaya B.V., was inspected on 27 May 2025. The location provides care for 59 children across four horizontal groups, including a pre-school education group. The pedagogical climate is experienced as calm and secure, with attentive guidance and good developmental stimulation. Two violations were identified: insufficient consistent staff in the groups and a pre-school education coach (VE-coach) who has not yet completed the required higher professional education degree. Both violations were immediately addressed by the provider; the VE-coach is currently enrolled in training to be completed by the end of 2025. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises the municipality not to take enforcement action.