Kleine Beer

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice is sensitive, responsive and provides emotional safety
• Pre-school education according to the Startblokken programme is well implemented with recognisable play corners and thematic activities
• Parents are actively involved through newsletters, parent-child activities and the Partou parent app
• Children's development is systematically tracked using the KIJK! system
• Staff hold the correct qualifications, certificates and language proficiency level 3F
• Stable care with permanent staff members and mentorship for each child
• Domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is well implemented and known to staff
• Sufficient and appropriate indoor and outdoor play space

Summary

The annual inspection of daycare center Kleine Beer in Spijkenisse, part of Smallsteps B.V., shows a positive picture. All checked quality requirements are in order, including pedagogical practice, pre-school education, staff and safety. The location provides day care for 16 children aged 2-4 years in one group, housed in a former primary school that will eventually be demolished. The pedagogical climate is experienced as safe and stimulating, with the Startblokken programme for pre-school education. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises the municipality of Nissewaard not to take enforcement measures.