M.W. Havinga

Strengths

• Childminder holds a relevant qualification and valid first aid certificate
• Sufficient knowledge of the pedagogical policy plan and four core pedagogical objectives
• Safe, accessible and appropriately designed indoor and outdoor spaces
• Up-to-date risk assessment with no outstanding actions required
• Smoke detectors present on every floor and along escape routes
• Childminder is familiar with the reporting code and obligations to report, consult and file official notifications

Summary

This inspection report concerns an investigation for the registration of childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) with Mrs. M.W. Havinga at Bosweg 11 in Epse, commissioned by the municipality of Lochem. The care is brokered by Hét Gastouderbureau and comprises 6 places for primary school children, mainly after school hours and full days during school holidays. The inspection on 9 July 2026 demonstrates that all assessed quality requirements are met: general conditions, pedagogical climate, Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)/qualification/language requirement, premises, and safety/health. The childminder holds a relevant qualification, a valid first aid certificate, and knowledge of the pedagogical policy. The living room and playroom are safely arranged, with an enclosed back garden as outdoor play space. The risk assessment is up-to-date with no outstanding actions. The childminder knows the child abuse reporting code and the obligations to report, consult and file official notifications. The pedagogical practice could not be assessed as the childcare had not yet commenced.