Dorsthorst

Strengths

• The childminder holds the required diploma and a valid first aid certificate valid until 2027
• The pedagogical vision aligns well with the core objectives: emotional safety, personal and social skills
• Adequate play, sleep and outdoor space available; the home is smoke-free
• An up-to-date risk assessment has been drawn up in collaboration with the placement coordinator
• The childminder is familiar with the domestic violence reporting protocol and knows how to act when abuse is suspected
• A backup carer is available and reachable within 15 minutes

Summary

This inspection report concerns a registration investigation of childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) Dorsthorst in Nieuwegein, conducted on 9 December 2025. The childminder, placed through Gastouderbureau Bumblebee, will provide care 1 day per week for 3 children (aged 0, 0 and 2 years) at the parents' home. All assessed domains – general conditions, pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation, and safety and health – have been rated as 'compliant'. No areas for improvement or violations were identified. The childminder holds the required diploma, a valid first aid certificate and is registered in the Childcare Personnel Register (Personenregister Kinderopvang). The childcare location meets all requirements for play, sleep and outdoor space. The risk assessment is up to date and the childminder is familiar with the domestic violence reporting protocol.