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Werkman is a childminder (gastouder) in Súdwest-Fryslân. The childcare is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is based at Nijbuorren 10, 8584WT, Hemelum.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 15 years under number 111515051. Inspection reports are publicly available via the LRK and the childcare is periodically checked by the GGD (Municipal Health Service).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of childcare. In the Sudwest-Fryslan neighbourhood there are currently 209 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 107 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
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Thuis-in-opvang.nl offers childminder care (gastouderopvang) in a homely atmosphere, providing an extension of the home situation for your child. The agency mediates between parents and childminders and takes care of all administration, invoicing, and payments. Parents only pay for the hours actually used, with no fixed subscription fees or minimum hours. The agency helps with applying for childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) and offers support with pedagogical questions. With branches in Sneek, Groningen, and Drenthe, the agency is active both regionally and nationally.
Thuis-in-opvang.nl is a nationally operating childminder agency (gastouderbureau) with three branches: the head office in Sneek (Friesland), a branch in Groningen (Hoogezand), and a branch in Drenthe (Hoogeveen). The agency mediates childminder care in these regions and beyond. Parents can check the childminder marketplace to see if there are available childminders in their area.
Thuis-in-opvang.nl is a registered childminder agency (gastouderbureau) in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and complies with all legal requirements for childcare. The agency works with a third-party account via Stichting Derdengelden, which provides financial security in case of unexpected bankruptcy. All childminders are screened and must meet the requirements of the Childcare Act. The agency undergoes GGD inspections and carries out annual risk assessments and evaluations at care addresses. There is an internal complaints procedure and a parent committee.
GGD Inspection
Violations
Inspection date: June 23, 2025
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice is carried out responsibly in accordance with the policy plan
- Sufficient play, sleep and outdoor space for the children in care
- Childminder holds a recognized diploma and valid first aid certificate
- Correct registration in the National Childcare Register (LRK)
- Good knowledge of the reporting code for domestic violence and child abuse
- Telephone availability and backup contact are arranged
Violations
- The risk assessment for safety and health was insufficiently tailored to the specific address: the smoke detector described for the hallway and the fence by the pond were missing on site
Summary
Childminder Werkman in Hemelum was inspected by GGD Fryslân on 23 June 2025. The care location accommodates 6 children through childminder agency Thuis-in-opvang.nl. The childminder meets requirements on most aspects: registration, pedagogical climate, professional competence, accommodation and safety protocols. One violation was identified: the risk assessment for safety and health was insufficiently tailored to the specific address. The smoke detector described for the hallway and the fence by the pond were missing on site. Following a recovery offer, the childminder submitted photos on 28 June 2025 showing both missing items installed. The violation has thereby been resolved. The GGD advises the municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân not to take enforcement action.
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