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About this care
Voorschool De Speelweide is a hidden gem in Amsterdam Buitenveldert where children aged 2 to 4 are given plenty of space to play, discover and grow. Our small-scale daycare welcomes a maximum of 16 children, allowing us to give every toddler the personal attention they deserve.
We follow a structured VVE programme (early childhood education) that stimulates language, numeracy and social skills in a playful way. All our activities are nature- and play-based: we garden in our own vegetable patch, make trips to the park, and sing and move every day. Creative expression is high on our agenda; painting, crafting and storytelling are part of the daily routine.
Our spacious garden is designed as a safe exploration zone where children can run, build sandcastles and sow vegetables and flowers. Indoors we have a quiet sleeping room with individual beds and an airy group space filled with natural materials. We serve a warm organic lunch and healthy snacks; taking allergies and dietary requirements into account is second nature to us.
At Voorschool De Speelweide we believe every child should feel seen and valued. Our experienced pedagogical staff work closely with parents and St. Jozef primary school to ensure a smooth transition into regular primary education. We offer both full-day and half-day care, tailored to what suits your family best.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: June 27, 2025
Strengths
- Safe and emotionally supportive pedagogical climate with clear structure
- Structured ECE program using Uk & Puk, with ample hours (960 hours/1.5 years)
- High-quality play-based learning environment, rich in language and themed materials
- Stable, qualified and coached team; all staff registered in the PRK
- Active parent involvement: newsletters, themed activities, parent meetings, parent portal
- Strong continuous learning pathway with De Sint Jozefschool primary school; warm transition arranged
- Meets Amsterdam baseline quality: start-qualified, language level B2/3F, university of applied sciences graduate in the group
- HKZ certification and clear complaints procedure; annual complaints report publicly available
Summary
De Speelweide Preschool is a small-scale half-day facility in Amsterdam-Zuid for 16 children aged 2–4, located within De Sint Jozefschool primary school. The annual unannounced inspection visit took place on 27 June 2025. All statutory quality requirements for childcare and early childhood education (ECE) are met; no violations or areas for improvement were identified. The pedagogical climate is experienced as safe, structured and stimulating: children receive emotional support, are challenged in motor skills, language and independence, and develop social skills through cooperation. The team of three permanent, qualified childcare professionals works with the recognized ECE program Uk & Puk, uses the child tracking system Kijk!, and provides at least 960 hours of ECE over 1.5 years. Parents are actively involved through newsletters, themed activities, parent meetings and the parent portal. There is intensive collaboration with the primary school to ensure a warm transition. Staff coaching takes place on a structural basis. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) advises the municipality to take note of this report.
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