VesperCare - De Wereldboom

Strengths

• Structural attention to coaching staff on pedagogical skills
• Strong pedagogical practice with a focus on independence and children's own choices
• Predictable daily structure that provides emotional security
• Adjusted staff-to-child ratio of 1:8 appropriate for the target group
• Good implementation of safety and health policy, including heat protocol
• Varied indoor and outdoor spaces with challenging play opportunities
• Children are heard and given a say in activities

Summary

VesperCare - De Wereldboom is an after-school care facility (BSO+) in Amsterdam for 42 children with additional care needs, such as children from special primary education. At the annual inspection on 7 July 2026, all assessed quality requirements were met. The organisation invests structurally in coaching staff on pedagogical skills. The pedagogical practice is strong: children are encouraged to be independent, given a say in activities, and experience emotional security through a predictable structure. The staff maintain an adjusted ratio of 1:8. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The safety and health policy is implemented adequately, including the heat protocol. The premises offer sufficient indoor and outdoor space with varied play opportunities. The licence holder has not submitted a response.