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Herk is a childminder (gastouder) in Gouda. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Karekietstraat 4, 2802CN, Gouda.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 7 years under number 192006058. Inspection reports are publicly available via the LRK and the care is periodically checked by the Municipal Health Service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of care. In the Korte Akkeren neighbourhood, there are currently 16 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 8 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing care options in the area.
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ViaViela helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) in a small-scale, homely environment. The agency offers personal guidance with a dedicated contact person nearby who supports parents throughout the entire process, from matching to guidance during the care. Parents can count on carefully screened childminders who work according to ViaViela's pedagogical vision, with attention to secure attachment, the child's individuality and talent development.
ViaViela region Gouda serves an extensive area in South Holland and Utrecht, with childminders in places such as Gouda, Capelle aan den IJssel, Woerden, Aalsmeer, Bodegraven, Waddinxveen, Boskoop, Reeuwijk, Schoonhoven and many other municipalities in the region. The agency has childminders available in more than 60 places in the surrounding area.
ViaViela region Gouda is LRK-registered with number 823783145 and meets all quality requirements. The location is assessed annually by the GGD and has a GGD inspection report available. In addition, ViaViela has a Geschilvrij certificate from the Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang. All childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) and hold a Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag/VOG). The agency has an internal complaints procedure in accordance with the Childcare Act (Wet kinderopvang).
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: March 16, 2026
Strengths
- Warm and trusting relationship with the children, with a relaxed, open atmosphere
- Good communication with children and parents, with information sharing and exchange
- Uses a daily routine for predictability and emotional security
- Encourages social competence and cooperative play between children
- Safe accommodation with stair gates, kitchen sliding gate, child-safe cabinets and enclosed garden
- Valid risk assessment and accident registration
- Holds required diploma and valid first aid certificate (until 17 July 2027)
- Correct group composition and emergency backup arrangement within 15 minutes
Summary
This inspection report concerns an annual investigation on 16 March 2026 at childminder Herk (VGO) at Karekietstraat 4 in Gouda, registered for six childcare places and mediated by ViaViela Gouda. The inspection was unannounced and comprised document review, site visit and an interview with the childminder. Care takes place in the childminder's home on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Four children were present during the visit, aged two to three years. All assessed quality requirements have been met: pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation and furnishings, and safety and health. The childminder demonstrates a warm, responsive care style with attention to emotional security and social competence. The home is safely furnished with measures including stair gates, sliding gate to the kitchen and an enclosed garden. A valid risk assessment is in place and the childminder holds the required diplomas and certificates. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.
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