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Wattimena is a childminder (gastouder) in Almere. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Oevergriend 132, 1356EK, Almere.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 5 years under number 135433976. 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 De Grienden neighbourhood, there are currently 8 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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Transparent Gastouderbureau guides you step by step towards the ideal care for your child. With pride, over the years we have successfully matched more than 700 parent families with childminders (gastouders). We understand how important safe and reliable care is for your child and therefore work with a personal and transparent approach. From registration through to the annual evaluation, we ensure personal attention, clear communication and a smooth running of the care arrangement.
Transparent Gastouderbureau is based in Almere and falls under the supervision of GGD Flevoland. The agency mediates childminder (gastouder) care in the region, with childminders who can provide care in their own home or at the parent family's home. The exact service area is determined by the locations of the affiliated childminders.
Transparent Gastouderbureau is registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) under number 161848060 and falls under the supervision of GGD Flevoland. The agency has a positive inspection report from July 2025 confirming that all assessed requirements are met. Transparent is affiliated with the Disputes Committee (Geschillencommissie) and Stichting NYSA, and works with childminders who hold a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and first aid (EHBO) certificate.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: June 2, 2025
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice: child-led approach with lots of outdoor activities, no screen time, and healthy vegetarian meals
- Good wellbeing of children, relaxed interactions between childminder and children
- Sufficient knowledge of pedagogical policy and child abuse reporting code
- Suitable indoor and outdoor spaces, sufficient play materials
- Compliance with group composition requirements, correct registration in the Childcare Persons Register
- Valid first aid certificate and required diplomas
- Adequate backup care arrangement with partner reachable within 15 minutes
- Up-to-date risk assessment and good safety measures at the location
Summary
The annual inspection on 2 June 2025 at childminder Wattimena in Almere-Haven shows a positive picture. The childminder provides responsible care in a homely atmosphere where children can be themselves. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The advice to the municipality is to take no enforcement action.
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