Oomen

Strengths

• The childminder communicates at eye level with the children and uses language appropriate to their age and developmental level
• The transition from playtime to sitting at the table is carefully guided
• The childminder actively involves children in tidying up without taking over
• The childminder is well informed about the pedagogical policy and can explain it in concrete terms
• The childminder holds a suitable diploma, a registered first aid certificate, and a valid Certificate of Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag)
• The accommodation has sufficient indoor and outdoor play space, including a separate sleeping area for children under 18 months
• There is an adequate emergency backup arrangement
• The risk assessment for safety and health is up to date and tailored to the situation

Summary

This inspection report concerns an annual, unannounced inspection of childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) 'het Speelbos' of Cornelia Adriana Maria Oom in Oud Gastel. The childminder provides care for a maximum of six children aged 0 to 13 years, three days per week at her home address. She is affiliated with childminder agency Toppie. The inspection was carried out by Municipal Health Service (GGD) West-Brabant on behalf of the municipality of Halderberge. All assessed areas meet the legal requirements: pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation and layout, and safety and health. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The advice to the municipal executive is: no enforcement.