Peutercombi voorschool Vuurvogel

Strengths

• Warm and emotionally safe environment where children feel secure
• Experienced, stable team that works together seamlessly
• Effective stimulation of personal and social skills
• Good implementation of the Combistap Early Childhood Education program
• Strong partnership with the affiliated primary school
• Active parent involvement with good response to activities
• Rich, language-rich play and learning environment with diverse activity corners and real materials

Shortcomings

• Outdoor space is less attractively arranged than the indoor space
• New sandbox is too small and difficult for young children to access due to its high edge

Summary

Peutercombi voorschool Vuurvogel in Amsterdam is part of Stichting Combiwel voor Kinderen and provides preschool education for a maximum of 16 children. The annual inspection of 12 January 2026 shows a predominantly positive picture. The pedagogical practice is experienced as strong, with a warm, safe environment where children feel emotionally secure. The staff are experienced, work well together as a team, and effectively stimulate the development of personal and social skills. The VVE program Combistap is implemented well and the cooperation with the Nicolaas Maesschool runs smoothly. However, the outdoor space is less attractively arranged than desired; the new sandbox is small and difficult for young children to access. The location manager has taken note of this feedback and will work on internal improvements. All statutory quality requirements are met.