Vespercare - Hasselbraam

Strengths

• Pedagogical policy has been specifically developed for this target group, including procedures for the beginning and end of the day
• Sufficient space available: 123.58 m² for 24 children
• All staff members hold appropriate qualifications and meet the language requirement
• All employees are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register with a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)
• The organisation has an extensive support structure with pedagogical coaches and group coordinators
• Parents have been informed about the proposed expansion via newsletter

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspected the BSO+ location Vespercare Hasselbraam in Amsterdam on 11 March 2026 following a request to expand from 16 to 24 childcare places. This is an after-school care (BSO) facility for children with additional care needs, located within SBO de Hasselbraam. The inspection consisted of document review and telephone conversations with the regional manager. The location meets all quality requirements of the Childcare Act. The premises offer sufficient space (123.58 m²), staff are well-trained and registered, and the pedagogical policy has been developed including an adjusted staff-to-child ratio of 1:8. The licence holder has informed parents about the expansion. No violations or areas for improvement were identified.