Kinderdagverblijf Drakenstein

Strengths

• Pedagogical climate: sensitive, responsive interaction and emotional safety
• Successful implementation of new preschool education program Kameleon 100
• All staff properly qualified and registered
• Parents well informed through website and annual complaints report
• Preschool education meets 960-hour requirement and expertise standards

Summary

Daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Drakenstein in Axel provides care for a maximum of 11 children aged 2-4 years in one toddler group, located within primary school Antonius. The annual unannounced inspection on 23 September 2025 demonstrates that the location meets the statutory quality requirements in all assessed areas. The pedagogical climate is experienced positively: staff respond sensitively and responsively, create emotional safety, and offer challenging activities aligned with children's development. The new preschool education program Kameleon 100 has been successfully implemented, with staff trained accordingly. All staff hold the correct diplomas and Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG), are properly registered in the Childcare Personnel Register, and group size and staffing ratios meet the required standards. Parents are well informed through the website and the annual complaints report was sent on time. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises the municipality not to take enforcement measures.