KDV Klein Duimpje

Strengths

• Up-to-date pedagogical policy that is consistently followed in practice
• Well-structured early childhood education using the Startblokken method
• Sufficiently qualified staff (diploma, early education certificate, language proficiency level 3F)
• Correct group size (maximum 13 children) and staff-to-child ratio (1:8)
• Active deployment of pedagogical policy staff member for coaching and quality improvement
• All employees registered in the persons register and in possession of a Certificate of Conduct (VOG)

Summary

Klein Duimpje in Groenlo is an early childhood education location (daycare center/kinderdagverblijf/KDV) with 13 places for children aged 2–4 years. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 5 September 2024. The location meets all assessed legal requirements: the pedagogical policy is up-to-date and well implemented, the early childhood education using the Startblokken method is carefully structured, group size and staffing levels are correct, and all staff hold the required diplomas, certificates, and Certificates of Conduct (VOG). A pedagogical policy staff member is actively involved in coaching and quality improvement. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The municipality was advised that no enforcement action is necessary.