B.D.H. Hofman

Gastouderbureau De Bengel guides parents in finding a loving, committed childminder (gastouder) who gives your child their full attention and supports their development through play. We offer small-scale care that feels safe and familiar, so you can go to work with peace of mind. Our childcare advisors get to know you and your wishes in depth, and ensure the right match with a childminder. We also guide you through all administrative matters, so everything is well arranged on your working days.

Gastouderbureau De Bengel works with over 280 professional childminders (gastouders) spread across the Twente, Salland and Achterhoek regions. The agency offers care locations in dozens of places in Overijssel and Gelderland, including Almelo, Hengelo, Enschede, Rijssen, Nijverdal, Goor, Markelo, Borne, Haaksbergen, Lochem and many other municipalities. Parents can search for specific locations via the childcare locations page to find childminders in their immediate area.

Gastouderbureau De Bengel is a government-recognised childminder agency (gastouderbureau). All childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRKP) and meet the statutory quality requirements. The agency has an active parent committee that is involved in new developments and critically reviews policy. GGD inspection reports for both the agency and affiliated childminders are publicly available via the website. The agency works in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR/AVG) and has a privacy policy that complies with current legislation.

At Gastouderbureau KOOS, we find the right match between parent, child and childminder (gastouder) essential. Our placement coordinators listen to your wishes and search for a childminder who fits your family. You are assigned a dedicated contact person who guides you from the first conversation through to annual evaluations. We handle all administration, help with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) and are always available for questions or support. Our childminders provide care in a homely atmosphere with small groups, so your child receives personal attention in a familiar environment.

Gastouderbureau KOOS is active in the Salland and Apeldoorn region. In Salland, we have dozens of care locations spread across various towns. Our childminders (gastouders) are based in Raalte, Heino and surrounding villages, among others. We always work close to home, so that care is easily accessible for both parents and children.

Gastouderbureau KOOS operates fully in accordance with the Childcare Act. All childminders (gastouders) are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and are regularly inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD). We carry out annual risk assessments for safety and hygiene, and verify that childminders still meet the required qualifications and Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). Childminders work in accordance with KOOS's pedagogical policy and follow training for continuous development. Parents can always view inspection reports of childminders via the National Childcare Register.