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B.M. Garos is a childminder (gastouder) in Dronten. The childcare is registered under the name Garos. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency Katja Schmidt h.o.d.n. ViaViela Katja Schmidt. The location is based at Langs de Bogen 12, 8255GG, Swifterbant.
The location has been listed in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang/LRK) since 2026 under number 300593697. Inspection reports are publicly available through the LRK and the childcare is periodically inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of childcare. In the Spelbuurt neighbourhood, there are currently 6 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 6 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
This childminder is affiliated with Katja Schmidt h.o.d.n. ViaViela Katja Schmidt. On the agency page, you will find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
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Gastouderbureau ViaViela is het grootste gastouderbureau van Nederland, gespecialiseerd in kleinschalige gastouderopvang in een huiselijke omgeving. Sinds de oprichting in 2005 hebben ViaViela gastouders al meer dan 225.000 kinderen opgevangen. Het bureau biedt ouders persoonlijke begeleiding bij het vinden van een geschikte gastouder en werkt met een zorgvuldige screening en selectie van gastouders. ViaViela heeft 40 vestigingen verspreid over heel Nederland, waardoor er altijd een vaste contactpersoon in de buurt beschikbaar is. Ouders kunnen rekenen op kwalitatieve opvang waarbij veilige hechting, oog voor eigenheid en talentontwikkeling centraal staan.
ViaViela has nationwide coverage with more than 40 locations spread throughout the Netherlands. The agency has 225 contact persons across the country, ensuring there is always a dedicated contact person available near parents. ViaViela knows all childminders in every region of the country and therefore has an extensive network of professional childminders in every province.
ViaViela complies with all legal requirements for childminder agencies (gastouderbureaus). All locations and childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and are regularly inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD). Childminder agencies are inspected annually; childminders receive a GGD inspector every two years. ViaViela has established an internal complaints procedure in accordance with the Childcare Act and offers parents various channels for questions and complaints. The agency uses secure payment systems where payments are processed through the childminder agency, ensuring payments reach the childminder safely.
GGD Inspection
Improvements needed
Inspection date: January 8, 2026
Strengths
- The childminder has sufficient knowledge of pedagogical policy and is able to apply it in practice
- The home is safe, accessible and appropriately set up for childcare
- Sufficiently varied play materials available
- The childminder holds the required diplomas and a valid first aid certificate
- Risk assessment is adequate and tailored to the location
- The childminder is well informed about the domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol
- Backup caregiver (spouse) can be present within 15 minutes in case of emergencies
Shortcomings
- Move refrigerator and deep fryer from under garden canopy to locked shed before childcare starts
- Replace living room door to hallway (current door has single glazing)
- Relocate dishwashing detergent from kitchen cabinet to back of counter
- Have prospective parents sign agreement form for arrangements regarding transportation of children
Summary
The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted a registration inspection on 8 January 2026 at childminder B.M. Garos in Swifterbant. Childcare is provided in the childminder's own home for 6 places, initially for two grandchildren aged 0 and 1. The childminder is affiliated with childminder agency ViaViela. No violations were identified. The childminder meets all assessed requirements: registration, pedagogical policy, expertise (including first aid certificate), accommodation, group composition, backup caregiver and safety. Several home adjustments are planned before the March 2026 start, including moving a refrigerator and deep fryer to the shed, replacing a single-glazed door, and placing dishwashing detergent out of reach. The GGD issues a positive recommendation for inclusion in the National Childcare Register (LRK).
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Phone
+31 0651073426Website
www.viaviela.nlLRK number
300593697Reviews
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