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Rijn is a childminder (gastouder) in Zoetermeer. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is based at Hemelsblauw 11, 2718JW, Zoetermeer.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 15 years under number 109461472. 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 childcare. In the Rokkeveen-Oost neighbourhood, there are currently 9 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 6 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
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GOB Zoetermeer mediates between parents and qualified childminders (gastouders) in Zoetermeer and the surrounding area. We help you find a childminder who fits your family, taking into account your preferences such as location, parenting style, and any special care needs. Our mediation is non-committal and does not obligate you to anything. We handle all administration, invoicing, and provide support with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag).
GOB Zoetermeer operates primarily in Zoetermeer and surrounding towns such as Waddinxveen. Our childminders (gastouders) are active in various neighbourhoods of Zoetermeer, including Buytenwegh, De Leyens, Dorp, Meerzicht, Noordhove, Oosterheem, Palenstein, Rokkeveen, and Seghwaert. We are a relatively small agency focused on the Zoetermeer region, which means we know both our childminders and parent families personally.
GOB Zoetermeer is a recognised childminder agency (gastouderbureau) registered in the National Childcare Register (LRKP number: 662684527). All childminders (gastouders) are registered with the GGD (Municipal Health Service) and meet statutory quality requirements. They hold a valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG), first aid diploma, and MBO2-level Helping Care and Welfare qualification or higher. Childminders are continuously screened by the justice authorities. The GGD inspection reports on our agency are excellent. We operate a complaints procedure and are affiliated with the Disputes Committee.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: March 3, 2025
Strengths
- The childminder provides excellent emotional security, as demonstrated by comforting an insecure child
- Wide variety of activities: painting, crafts, drawing, clay work, theme-based projects and daily outdoor play
- Active stimulation of language development through reading aloud and speaking in complete sentences
- Good handover with parents via WhatsApp and personal contact at drop-off and pick-up times
- The childminder encourages independence and passes on norms and values
- All required diplomas and certificates present and valid
- Safe, appropriately furnished accommodation with separate sleeping area for babies and enclosed garden
- Up-to-date risk assessment and knowledge of reporting procedures for domestic violence and child abuse
Summary
The unannounced annual inspection visit on 3 March 2025 to the childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) of Ms Van Rijn in Zoetermeer shows a facility that fully complies with all statutory requirements. The childminder provides care for a maximum of 6 children aged 0-4 years in her single-family home. No violations were identified and no areas for improvement were raised. The pedagogical quality is good, with attention for emotional security, language development and independence. The childminder holds all required diplomas and certificates, including a valid first aid certificate until October 2025. The accommodation is safe and appropriately furnished, with a separate sleeping area for babies and an enclosed back garden. The risk assessment is up to date and the childminder is well informed about reporting procedures.
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