Olthuis

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.

Are you looking for childminder (gastouder) care for your children? Our placement coordinator can help you with a no-obligation home visit. During this conversation, various topics will be discussed: procedure, possibilities, your wishes, costs, and childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). The childminder agency offers support with applying for childcare benefit, sends annual statements to the Tax and Customs Administration, informs you about developments in regulations, and mediates in questions and problems. We also think along with you about possibilities for holiday care and replacement in case of childminder illness.

The childminder agency of De Bieënkorf is active in the municipality of Olst-Wijhe and surrounding areas. We are specifically looking for childminders in Olst and Wijhe, which indicates that we can provide childminder (gastouder) care to parents in these towns and surrounding areas. Our headquarters is located in Wijhe at De Lange Slagen 31.

The childminder agency works with LRK number 199759480 for the application of childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). We hold a Disputes Committee GOB — Complaint-Free 2025 certificate. Childminders hold a Children's First Aid certificate and the agency carries out annual risk inventories (RIE) at childminders to ensure safety and hygiene. GGD inspection reports are available in the parent portal. The agency has a complaints procedure and works according to the protocol on 'child abuse and transgressive behaviour'.