Trix Kinderopvang

Strengths

• Strong implementation of early childhood education using the Pyramid programme
• The pedagogical policy is actively discussed in team meetings and new staff members are carefully onboarded
• Strong parent involvement through 10-minute meetings, newsletters and theme-based activities
• Smooth transition of early education children to primary school is well arranged
• All early education professionals hold the required qualifications and 3F language proficiency level
• The safety and health policy is up to date and known to staff members

Summary

Trix Kinderopvang in Steenwijk is a daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) with 32 places, located in the Beatrixschool. In addition to daycare, the location also offers after-school care (BSO) and early childhood education (voorschoolse educatie/VE). The annual unannounced inspection by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) IJsselland shows that the location meets all assessed quality requirements in the areas of pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and parental rights. No shortcomings were identified. The early childhood education is delivered using the Pyramid programme, through which children can receive a minimum of 960 hours of early education. A pedagogical policy officer for early education has been deployed for quality improvement. The professionals hold the required early education qualifications and 3F language proficiency level. The location has an active parent involvement policy and good cooperation with the primary school to ensure a smooth transition.