Klein maar Dapper De Elementen

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice is sensitive, responsive, and provides emotional safety
• Well-developed early childhood education program through Startblokken with sufficient hours (30 hours/week, 46 weeks/year)
• Active parent involvement in early childhood education through open hours, parent meetings, app, and newsletters
• Sufficiently qualified staff with correct certificates and 3F language proficiency
• Good stability of care with fixed core groups, mentorship, and clear communication to parents
• Safety and health policy is up-to-date and adhered to
• Domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is well-implemented with trained staff
• Accommodation meets all requirements with sufficient indoor and outdoor play space

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspection report dated 7 July 2026 for daycare center Klein maar Dapper De Elementen in Spijkenisse presents a positive picture. The toddler daycare for 48 children (ages 2-4) meets all assessed quality requirements. The pedagogical practice is in order, with sensitive and responsive guidance of children. The early childhood education program through Startblokken is well-implemented, including parent involvement and sufficient hours. The accommodation, staff qualifications, administration, and safety procedures are all in accordance with the law. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The GGD advises the municipality of Nissewaard not to take enforcement measures.