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Schermers de Waal is a childminder (gastouder) in Altena. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The care takes place at the requesting parent's home in Altena.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 5 years under number 260165153. Inspection reports are publicly available through 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.
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At YourKidZ at Home, we believe it's important that your child feels at home in a safe and familiar environment. We offer small-scale childminder (gastouder) care with personal attention at its heart. Our childminders create a homely atmosphere where your child can build a bond with a consistent caregiver.
We understand that every parent has different wishes for their child's care. That's why we take the time for an extensive intake conversation at your home to learn about your specific needs. We then carefully search for a childminder who is the best fit for your family, both in terms of personality and practical requirements.
Our childminder agency mainly operates in the Land van Heusden en Altena, Bommelerwaard and the area around Gorinchem. We serve this region from our branch in Werkendam. If your residential area is not listed, please feel free to contact our branch. There is usually a solution to be found, even if you live somewhat further away.
Childminder agency YourKidZ at Home complies with all legal requirements of the Childcare Act and is registered in the National Childcare Register. We are affiliated with the Childcare Trade Organisation and the Childcare Disputes Committee. Our placement staff are trained in pedagogy and we carry out regular quality checks.
All childminders are or will be registered in the national childcare register and have at least a secondary vocational level 2 (MBO niveau 2) care assistant qualification or equivalent. Every childminder has a valid first aid certificate for children and pursues continuing education. The care locations meet legal requirements and we carry out annual risk assessments.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: July 1, 2025
Strengths
- The childminder has excellent knowledge of and acts in accordance with the pedagogical policy plan
- All required documents are in order, including a valid Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and first aid (EHBO) certification until 2027
- Sufficient and appropriate indoor and outdoor play space for the children in care
- Correct group composition without exceeding the maximum number of children
- Adequate emergency backup arrangement for incidents
- Risk assessment is up-to-date and tailored to the specific situation
- The childminder knows the child abuse reporting protocol and knows how to act on suspicions
Summary
The annual unannounced inspection of the childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) of Marina Schermers de Waal in Genderen, conducted by Municipal Health Service (GGD) West-Brabant, shows a positive picture. The childminder provides care for a maximum of six children aged 4 to 12 years at the parents' home address, affiliated with childminder agency YourKidZatHome. All inspected quality requirements are fully complied with: pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation and layout, and safety and health. The childminder holds all required diplomas and certificates, including valid first aid (EHBO) until 2027. No areas for improvement or violations were identified. The municipality of Altena is advised not to take enforcement measures.
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www.yourkidz-at-home.nlLRK number
260165153Reviews
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