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van den Biggelaar-de Ruijter is a childminder (gastouder) in Dordrecht. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Jan Ligthartlaan 17, 3312KD, Dordrecht.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 15 years under number 119425907. 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 Maria Montessorilaan neighbourhood and surrounding area, there are currently 3 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, including 1 childminder. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options nearby.
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At Mare Childminder Agency, we help parents find the perfect childminder for their family. We understand how important it is to find a childminder who meets your wishes and requirements. Our experienced team of professionals strives to help parents find a childminder who surrounds children with love and care, while at the same time stimulating their development. We offer support throughout the entire process, from matching to administration and childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag).
Mare Childminder Agency operates nationally with regional placement coordinators spread throughout the Netherlands. The agency has coordinators for Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe, Gelderland and Overijssel, North Holland and North South Holland, Haaglanden, Brabant, Limburg and Zeeland, Utrecht and Gelderland, and South Holland. This regional approach ensures personal contact and local knowledge.
Mare Childminder Agency is registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) under number 160012351 and meets all legal quality requirements. The agency is regularly inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) and no violations were found during the last inspection. All childminders have a Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag/VOG) and are properly linked in the Childcare Persons Register (Personenregister Kinderopvang/PRK). The agency carries out annual risk assessments and spends a minimum of 16 hours per year on guidance per childminder.
GGD Inspection
Violations
Inspection date: June 17, 2026
Strengths
- Warm and safe pedagogical climate with attention to emotional safety
- Fixed daily structure that provides children with clarity and predictability
- Good knowledge of the pedagogical policy plan and reporting code
- Sufficient play, sleep and outdoor space for children
- Valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and diplomas in place
- Smoke-free childcare environment
- Good backup/emergency cover arrangement
Violations
- Loose electrical cord from fan
- Missing socket covers on low-level power outlets
- Internal doors left open and accessible to children, allowing access to front door without a lock
- Toilet block within reach of children in the toilet
- Camp bed for baby placed upstairs in bedroom outside childminder's view
Summary
The annual inspection on 17 June 2026 at childminder/host parent (gastouderopvang) Van den Biggelaar-de Ruijter in Dordrecht presents a predominantly positive picture. The childminder meets all assessed quality requirements following a recovery offer. The pedagogical practice is strong: the childminder provides a warm, safe climate with a fixed structure and attention to the individual needs of children. However, five safety risks were identified regarding electricity, access to the front door, a toilet block and a baby sleeping out of sight. These violations have been resolved through a recovery offer. The childminder will cease providing childcare as of 1 September 2026.
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