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Karens is a childminder (gastouder) in Waddinxveen. The childcare is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Poolster 6, 2743LD, Waddinxveen.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 4 years under number 277473974. Inspection reports are publicly available via the LRK and the childcare is periodically checked by the Municipal Health Service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of childcare. In the Zuidplas '90 neighbourhood, there are currently 1 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 1 is a childminder (gastouder). This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
In Waddinxveen, you can find 32 other childminders (gastouders). This makes it easier to compare multiple options side by side for your family.Read more
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At Gastouderland, you'll find small-scale childminder care (gastouderopvang) in a homely atmosphere. Your child is cared for by a registered childminder (gastouder) with whom you build a personal bond. Our regional consultant guides you in finding the right match and is always there for you. You only pay for the actual hours of care and are entitled to childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). We offer flexible childcare options, also for parents with irregular working hours.
Gastouderland has national coverage with 23 locations throughout the Netherlands. Our regional consultants work locally and have access to a large database of qualified childminders (gastouders) in every region. We have locations across the country so we can serve you as locally as possible.
Gastouderland complies with the Childcare Act and is inspected annually by the Municipal Health Service (GGD). All childminders (gastouders) and household members over 18 have a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and are registered in the Childcare Persons Register. The care location is checked annually for safety and hygiene. We have an internal and external complaints procedure and are members of the Disputes Committee. GGD inspection reports are publicly available via our documents page.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: January 27, 2026
Strengths
- Emotionally safe pedagogical climate with fixed routines and a recognisable structure
- Encouragement of independence and personal competencies in children
- Use of early childhood education programme Aap and age-appropriate activities
- Safe accommodation with various play areas, enclosed garden and sufficient sleeping facilities
- Valid first aid certification for children until April 2027 and correct registration in the persons register
- Correct group composition and working backup arrangement within 15 minutes
Summary
The Municipal Health Service (GGD) Hollands Midden conducted an annual inspection at childminder Karens in Waddinxveen on 27 January 2026. The care takes place at home, accommodates a maximum of five children aged 0 to 4 years on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and is brokered via Gastouderland B.V. All assessed quality requirements have been met. The childminder creates an emotionally safe environment with fixed routines, encourages independence and works with the early childhood education (VVE) programme Aap. The accommodation is safely set up with sufficient play and sleeping space, an enclosed garden and a valid backup arrangement. No violations or areas for improvement were identified.
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