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Lootsma-Joosse is a childminder (gastouder) in Smallingerland. The childcare is registered under the name of Lootsma Joosse. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Saffier 8, 9207GD, Drachten.
The location has been listed in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 6 years under number 108660114. Inspection reports are publicly available through the LRK and the childcare is periodically inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of care. In the Burmaniapark neighbourhood, there are currently 4 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 4 are childminders (gastouders). This provides extra context when comparing childcare options nearby.
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Gastouderbureau Jool offers parents a personal and reliable route to suitable childminder care (gastouderopvang). The bureau takes the full administrative burden off parents' hands, arranges payments between parents and childminders, and ensures professional guidance for both childminders and parents. Parents receive support in finding a childminder who fits their wishes and family situation, through a careful matching process that begins with a personal intake interview at home.
Gastouderbureau Jool is active in the northern provinces of the Netherlands. The bureau has its roots in Friesland, where founder Alina van der Heide lives in Drachten. Childminders in this region can always turn to the bureau for questions and support.
Gastouderbureau Jool is registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) and is inspected annually by GGD Fryslân. The bureau carries out risk assessments at all childminders and these are available for parents to view. There is an active parent committee that advises on pedagogical policy, quality, safety and prices. The bureau has a complaints procedure and privacy policy in accordance with legal requirements.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: June 16, 2025
Strengths
- Childminder holds a Pedagogy diploma and a valid first aid certificate
- All required individuals are registered in the Childcare Persons Register with a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)
- Pedagogical practice is organized responsibly in accordance with the policy plan
- Sufficient and safely furnished play, sleep and outdoor spaces
- Current and signed risk assessment for safety and health
- Childminder has sufficient knowledge of the reporting code for domestic violence and child abuse
- Care location is smoke-free at all times
- Backup caregiver and telephone availability are well arranged
Summary
Childminder Lootsma-Joosse in Drachten was inspected on 16 June 2025 by GGD Fryslân. The unannounced annual inspection shows that the childminder meets all inspected statutory quality requirements. The care is provided through Gastouderbureau Jool with 6 registered childcare places for 8 children aged 0-7 years. The childminder holds a Pedagogy diploma, a valid first aid certificate and is registered in the Childcare Persons Register. Other adults present at the care address are also registered. The accommodation offers sufficient play, sleep and outdoor space, is smoke-free and safely furnished. The pedagogical practice was assessed positively; the childminder can explain the policy plan and organizes the care responsibly. Risk assessment and the reporting code for domestic violence are present and up to date. No areas for improvement or violations were identified. The childminder agreed to the report without submitting a response.
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Phone
0622685429Website
www.kinderopvangjool.nlLRK number
108660114Reviews
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