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Eppinga is a childminder (gastouder) in Súdwest-Fryslân. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is based at De Kamp 2, 8551PD, Woudsend.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 15 years under number 177599443. 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 Sudwest-Fryslan neighbourhood there are currently 209 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 107 are childminders (gastouders). This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
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Thuis-in-opvang.nl offers childminder care (gastouderopvang) in a homely atmosphere, providing an extension of the home situation for your child. The agency mediates between parents and childminders and takes care of all administration, invoicing, and payments. Parents only pay for the hours actually used, with no fixed subscription fees or minimum hours. The agency helps with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) and offers support with pedagogical questions. With branches in Sneek, Groningen, and Drenthe, the agency is active both regionally and nationally.
Thuis-in-opvang.nl is a nationally operating childminder agency (gastouderbureau) with three branches: the head office in Sneek (Friesland), a branch in Groningen (Hoogezand), and a branch in Drenthe (Hoogeveen). The agency mediates childminder care in these regions and beyond. Parents can check the childminder marketplace to see if there are available childminders in their area.
Thuis-in-opvang.nl is a registered childminder agency (gastouderbureau) in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and complies with all legal requirements for childcare. The agency works with a third-party account via Stichting Derdengelden, which provides financial security in case of unexpected bankruptcy. All childminders are screened and must meet the requirements of the Childcare Act. The agency undergoes GGD inspections and carries out annual risk assessments and evaluations at care addresses. There is an internal complaints procedure and a parent committee.
GGD Inspection
Improvements needed
Inspection date: September 3, 2026
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice is sound: the childminder is sensitive, responsive, and stimulates development through play
- All mandatory documentation in order (Certificate of Good Conduct/VOG, Persons Register, first aid certificate, diploma)
- Safe, accessible, and appropriately furnished indoor and outdoor spaces
- Childminder is well informed about procedures such as the domestic violence reporting code and accident registration
- Risk assessment for safety and health is up to date and tailored to the location
Shortcomings
- Pedagogical work plan was initially incomplete; was supplemented and approved during the inspection
Summary
Childminder Eppinga in Woudsend was inspected by GGD Fryslân on 3 September 2026. The annual unannounced inspection shows that the childminder meets all assessed statutory requirements. Care is provided through childminder agency Thuis-in-opvang for a maximum of 6 children aged 0 to 11 years. The pedagogical practice is sound: the childminder is sensitive, responsive, and stimulates the children's development. Documentation is in order, including Certificate of Good Conduct/VOG, Persons Register registration, first aid certificate, and risk assessment. The pedagogical work plan was initially incomplete but was supplemented and approved during the inspection. No violations were identified and no recovery offer was made.
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