Van Harte Kinderopvang Steyl

Strengths

• Pedagogical policy is well developed in both the policy plan and work plan, and is consistently followed in practice
• Accommodation comfortably exceeds requirements: 234 m² indoor space and 286 m² outdoor space
• Stable care environment with fixed core groups, permanent staff members, and assigned mentorship for every child
• Staff-to-child ratios are in order, including during exceptional moments
• All staff members hold the correct qualifications, meet the required language proficiency level, and have a Certificate of Conduct (VOG)

Violations

• Missing written signed guidance plan for BBL apprentice: only the practical training agreement was signed, not the complete guidance plan by all three parties (apprentice, practical supervisor, and training supervisor)
• Hand hygiene and cross-contamination risk: staff member did not wash hands after nappy changing and did not clean the changing mat between children; hands were washed at the kitchen counter where baby bottles are prepared

Summary

The GGD annual inspection of 1 July 2026 at daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Van Harte Kinderopvang Steyl shows that following two recovery offers, the location meets all assessed requirements. The facility accommodates a maximum of 32 children (ages 0-4) in two vertical groups. Violations were identified in the areas of personnel and groups (missing signed guidance plan for BBL apprentice) and safety and health (hand hygiene and cross-contamination risk during nappy changing). Both shortcomings were remedied within the investigation period. Key strengths include the pedagogical policy, the accommodation with spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and the stability of the care environment. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises no enforcement action.