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Van der Wal is a childminder (gastouder) in Gorinchem. The childcare is registered under the name of Wal. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is based at Nannie van Wehlstraat 32, 4207MH, Gorinchem.
The location has been listed in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 15 years under number 240601622. Inspection reports are publicly available through 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 Gorinchem, there are 40 other childminders (gastouders) available. This makes it easier to compare multiple options for your family.Read more
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ViaViela helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) for small-scale childcare in a home environment. With a national network of 40 locations and more than 4,500 registered childminders, the agency offers personal mediation and guidance. Parents receive a fixed contact person in their region who supports them throughout the entire process, from matching to ongoing guidance. Childminder care via ViaViela offers flexibility in care hours and is on average 20% more affordable than other forms of childcare.
ViaViela region Gorinchem serves an extensive area in the Alblasserwaard, Vijfheerenlanden, and the Land van Heusden en Altena. The agency mediates childminders in more than 50 places in the region, including Gorinchem, Papendrecht, Sliedrecht, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Werkendam, and Woudrichem. Parents in this region have a fixed contact person who personally guides them in finding a childminder in their immediate vicinity.
ViaViela region Gorinchem is LRK-registered (number: 104000570) and complies with all statutory quality requirements. The agency is inspected annually by the GGD (Municipal Health Service) and holds a Geschilvrij (Dispute-Free) certificate from the Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang (Childcare Disputes Committee). All childminders hold the required diplomas and are regularly visited by their fixed contact person to check whether the childcare location meets safety and hygiene regulations. ViaViela has an internal complaints procedure and an active parent committee that represents the interests of parents and children.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: June 10, 2026
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice aligns well with policy, with strong focus on emotional safety, social skills, and independence
- Clear daily routine provides predictability and a sense of security for children
- Plenty of language stimulation and conscious encouragement of children to clean up after themselves
- Good cooperation with the childminder agency (gastouderbureau) in risk assessment
- Safe accommodation with adequate measures such as smoke detectors, stair gates, and baby monitors with camera
- Childminder is well prepared for new legislation effective 1 July 2026
Summary
The annual inspection on 10 June 2026 at childminder Van der Wal in Gorinchem shows that the facility meets all assessed quality requirements. The childminder provides care for up to six children in her own home, arranged through ViaViela Gorinchem. She consciously works to create a safe pedagogical climate with considerable attention to social development, independence, and language stimulation. The accommodation is safely furnished with sufficient play and sleeping space. The risk assessment is up to date and adequate measures have been taken for safety and health. The childminder is well informed about regulations, including the legislative changes effective 1 July 2026 regarding work plans, continuous professional development, and coaching. No violations or areas for improvement were identified in this inspection.
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