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About this care
Welcome to Sam&siepie, our cozy toddler playgroup located on the edge of Deventer city center. We are housed in a characteristic building at Bierstraat 52, where we have been providing a second home for toddlers aged 2 to 4 for many years. Our location is named after the cat 'Siepie' from the beloved Jip and Janneke books by Annie M.G. Schmidt, which perfectly matches the playful and homely atmosphere we create for your child.
At Sam&siepie, we work according to the 'pyramid method', a proven effective approach specifically developed for toddler development. This method centers around themes that connect with young children's world of experience. Think of themes like 'animals in the garden', 'traffic', or 'the forest'. Each theme comes to life through targeted activities that take place both indoors and outdoors. This way, children learn about the world around them through play while developing cognitively, socially-emotionally, and motorically.
Our outdoor playground is a true paradise for toddlers. Here children can climb, clamber, and explore to their heart's content. For days when the weather is less cooperative, we use the gymnasium. This space offers plenty of opportunities for movement and play, where toddlers can release their energy while developing their gross motor skills. Additionally, we also use the schoolyard of primary school De Windroos, which provides extra space for outdoor play.
Our team consists of qualified pedagogical staff who are ready every day with great enthusiasm and joy for you and your child. We believe in a warm, safe environment where every child can be themselves and develop at their own pace. The small scale of our location - with a maximum of 14 places - ensures that we can give personal attention to each child.
Sam&siepie is open Monday through Friday from 08:30 to 12:00. During school holidays, the toddler playgroup is closed, allowing us to fully focus on your child's development during school weeks. We warmly invite you to come take a look and get to know our location and our approach.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: October 16, 2025
Strengths
- Pedagogical policy is clearly documented and implemented
- VE programme Piramide is visible in practice and tailored to child development
- All staff hold the correct qualifications, Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and first aid certificate
- Safety and health policy is up to date and followed, risks are covered
- Parents are well informed through multiple channels and involved in policy
- Complaints procedure and affiliation with the Disputes Committee in place
Summary
GGD IJsselland conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit on 16 October 2025 to daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Sam & Siepie at Bierstraat 52 in Deventer. The location offers toddler care with 16 places and receives VE (Voor- en Vroegschoolse Educatie) subsidy. All areas examined – pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and parental rights – meet the statutory requirements. The pedagogical policy is clearly documented and implemented; the safety and health policy is up to date and followed; staff hold the correct diplomas, Certificates of Conduct (VOGs) and first aid certificates; parents are informed through the website, newsletters and parent portal, and can make use of a complaints procedure and the Childcare Disputes Committee. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The municipality of Deventer is advised not to take enforcement measures.
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