About this childminding agency
Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) Amado provides mediation between parents and childminders (gastouders) in the Amstelveen, Uithoorn, Aalsmeer and surrounding areas. The agency recruits and screens childminders, arranges matching, and serves as the point of contact for both parties. Parents receive support with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) and can count on personal guidance. Childminder agency Amado works with a clear pedagogical policy and meets all Municipal Health Service (GGD) requirements for quality and safety.
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For parents
Gastouderbureau Amado helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) in the region. The bureau handles the full mediation process, from matching to contract completion. Parents receive personal support throughout the entire process, including assistance with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). The bureau guarantees quality and safety through screening of childminders and regular inspections.
Subsidy & costs
Parents using childminder (gastouder) childcare through Gastouderbureau Amado are often entitled to childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). The bureau offers support with applying for this benefit from the Tax and Customs Administration. A trial calculation can be made on the Tax and Customs Administration website to see how much benefit parents may receive.
Gastouderbureau Amado maintains transparent rates for bureau fees. For the first child, the monthly fee is €69. For families with multiple children, a family rate of €99 per month applies. These costs include mediation and support. The childminder's (gastouder) hourly rate is agreed upon separately and may vary.
Trust & screening
Gastouderbureau Amado thoroughly screens potential childminders (gastouders) before they are admitted to the network. This includes a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) application, intake interview, reference checks and assessment of the childcare location. Childminders (gastouders) must align with the bureau's pedagogical vision and are offered training to develop their skills.
Gastouderbureau Amado meets all legal requirements and is registered in the National Childcare Register (LRKP: 594786216). The bureau is inspected annually by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) and maintains a safety and health policy. A complaints procedure and parent committee are active for quality assurance.
Next steps
The matching process follows several steps:
- Non-binding registration via website, email or phone
- Intake interview to discuss wishes and needs
- Searching for a suitable childminder (gastouder) in the network
- Introduction between parents and childminder (gastouder)
- Contract completion and start of childcare
Highlights
- Personal mediation
- GGD-approved
- Pedagogical training
- Flexible childcare
- Childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag)
Support services
- Mediation
- Benefit assistance
- Pedagogical advice
- Conflict mediation
Service area cities
Mission & vision
Gastouderbureau Amado strives for 'A beloved place for your child'. The bureau focuses on creating a warm, safe environment where children feel at home and can develop optimally. Through personal attention and professional guidance, the bureau aims to support both parents and childminders (gastouders) in providing high-quality childcare.
Pedagogical vision
Gastouderbureau Amado applies a pedagogical policy focused on the emotional development of young children. The bureau supports childminders (gastouders) in developing their own pedagogical vision and offers regular training sessions. The emphasis is on providing a safe, familiar environment where children can form attachments to a consistent caregiver.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: November 3, 2025
Strengths
- Frequent and personal contact with affiliated childminders (gastouders)
- The pedagogical background of both partners provides substantive support
- Tailored guidance with additional observations when questions or issues arise
- Childminders feel supported and appreciate the easily accessible assistance
- Good preparation for new legislation as of July 2026
- Collaboration with the Parent and Child Team (Ouder- en Kind Team) and Kabouterhuis for referrals
- First aid (EHBO) course for childminders twice per year
Summary
Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) Amado in Uithoorn was inspected unannounced on 3 November 2025 by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Amsterdam. The agency mediates for 18 childminder care (gastouderopvang) locations and is run by two partners with a pedagogical background. The agency meets all statutory requirements examined in the areas of pedagogical policy (pedagogisch beleid), staff, safety and health, and quality. Key strengths include the personal contact with childminders, tailored guidance, additional observations when questions arise, and good collaboration with the Parent and Child Team. Childminders appreciate the commitment and easily accessible support. No points for improvement or violations were identified. The agency is well prepared for new legislation as of July 2026. The GGD advises that the report be received for information purposes without enforcement measures.
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