Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk
Childminding agency•Achtkarspelen•LRK 321609657
Details updated on 22 September 2026
About this childminding agency
Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk is a registered childminder agency (gastouderbureau) that has been providing personal, trusted, flexible and affordable childcare in the region since 2007. We match parents with childminders (gastouders) for children from 0 to 13 years old, both at the childminder's home and at the parent's home. Our agency operates primarily in the province of Friesland, but also has connections outside the province. We ensure careful recruitment and selection of childminders, comprehensive guidance with at least two home visits per year, and guarantee safety and quality through annual risk assessment, GGD inspection and registration in the National Childcare Register. Parents can count on personal mediation by permanent staff, support with childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) and a two-month trial period when starting care.
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For parents
At Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk, you will find small-scale, homely childcare for children from 0 to 13 years old. We mediate between parents and carefully selected childminders (gastouders) who meet strict quality requirements. Our fixed placement coordinators get to know you and your family well, so that we can find suitable childcare for you. We arrange everything from intake and matching to guidance and financial processing, including support with the childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). With a trial period of two months, you can get to know the childminder (gastouder) at your own pace.
Subsidy & costs
Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk supports parents with the application for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). Upon signing the agreement, the childcare is official and the benefit can be applied for at the Tax and Customs Administration. We work closely with the Tax and Customs Administration and inform parents in a timely manner about changes in regulations. Parents can turn to us for help with the application and questions about the benefit. We also refer to the official website of the Tax and Customs Administration for benefits.
The costs at Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk consist of two components: an hourly rate for the childminder (gastouder) and a monthly rate for the bureau's guidance and administrative costs. The hourly rate for the childminder (gastouder) is agreed upon and laid down in the contract. The bureau's monthly rate covers all activities such as placement, guidance, quality assurance and financial processing. For customers who use many hours, we are happy to create a customised rate. Rates may be adjusted annually based on external factors such as tax increases.
Trust & screening
We carefully screen all childminders (gastouders) before they are accepted by our bureau. Childminders (gastouders) must meet strict quality requirements: a valid first aid certificate for children, at least an MBO-2 diploma, and a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) for themselves and all adult household members. In addition, we carry out home visits at the childcare location, assess the safety and health of the home, and verify that childminders (gastouders) are registered in the Childcare Persons Register. At least two home visits take place per year to safeguard quality.
Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk is registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK number: 321609657) and complies with all legal requirements. We are inspected annually by the GGD Fryslân and receive the 'Samen Werken Aan Kwaliteit' certificate from the childcare disputes committee. Our bureau was dispute-free in 2025 and is committed daily to quality, transparency and good cooperation. All childminders (gastouders) must hold a valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and are continuously screened.
Next steps
Our placement process follows clear steps:
- Registration: You register as a requesting parent via our application form
- Search: We look for a suitable childminder (gastouder) from our database or externally
- Proposal: We present the proposal to you and the childminder (gastouder)
- Introduction: An introductory meeting takes place at the childminder's home
- Decision: You let us know whether you wish to arrange the childcare
- Matching meeting: Upon a positive decision, a matching meeting follows with agreements on childcare hours, payment and content
- Contract: The agreement is drawn up and signed
- Trial period: The childcare starts with a trial period of two months
- Evaluation: After the trial period, an evaluation meeting takes place
Highlights
Support services
- Home visits
- Pedagogical guidance
- Benefit support
- Replacement childcare
- Conflict mediation
- Annual statements
- Parent committee
- Online portal
Service area regions
Mission & vision
Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk stands for quality, safety and personal attention. Since 2007, we do what we say and say what we do, so parents are never caught off guard. Our mission is to offer affordable, high-quality and safe childcare where children are in good hands without it costing too much. We strive to create a trusted environment where both parents and childminders (gastouders) feel heard and supported.
Pedagogical vision
Gastouderbureau Kindvriendelijk works with a pedagogical policy plan in which competencies for responsible provision of childminder care (gastouderopvang) are elaborated. In our guidance, the focus is on a safe, healthy and trusted environment for every child. We only work with childminders (gastouders) whom we know personally and who meet strict quality requirements, including a valid first aid certificate for children and at least an MBO-2 diploma. Personal contact, attention and good support for the childminder (gastouder), the child and the parent are central to our approach.
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GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: March 10, 2026
Strengths
- The pedagogical policy is clearly formulated and observable in practice
- Annual risk assessment for safety and health is carried out together with host parents (gastouders)
- All mandatory individuals are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register and properly linked
- The domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is up to date and contains all required elements
- Staff and host parents (gastouders) are informed about reporting, consultation, and notification obligations
Summary
Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) Kindvriendelijk in Buitenpost was inspected by GGD Fryslân on 10 March 2026. The agency, with 40 registered childcare addresses in Friesland, meets all assessed requirements in the areas of pedagogical policy, personnel (Certificate of Good Conduct/VOG and personnel register), and safety and health (risk assessment, reporting protocol, reporting and notification obligations). The three licence holders also serve as placement coordinators themselves. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The licence holder approved the draft report without submitting comments.
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