Kinderopvang Emmerhout

Strengths

• The pedagogical policy is up to date and adapted to the change
• All staff members hold valid Certificates of Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag/VOG) and are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register in a timely manner
• The safety and health policy is complete, up to date, and describes risks and an action plan
• Sufficient indoor space (114.5 m² total) and outdoor space (105 m²) for 31 children
• Group rooms are bright and appropriately furnished with various activity corners and play materials
• Adequate sleeping spaces for children up to one and a half years old

Summary

On 21 September 2026, GGD Drenthe conducted an unannounced incidental inspection at daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Kinderopvang Emmerhout in Emmen. The inspection focused on the application to expand the number of childcare places from 15 to 31, by starting an additional toddler group ('de Vossen') alongside the existing daycare group ('de Eekhoorntjes'). The inspector assessed the amendment procedure, pedagogical policy, staff and groups, safety and health, and accommodation. All aspects meet the statutory requirements. The spaces are sufficiently large and safely furnished, staff hold valid Certificates of Conduct, and the safety and health policy is complete and up to date. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The GGD advises the municipality of Emmen to grant the amendment in the National Childcare Register.