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Zinken - Childminder in Born

Zinken

Childminder•Sittard-Geleen•LRK 104038688

Details updated on 9 September 2026

Quick facts

Ages0–13 years
12Opening hours07:30–18:00, Monday-Friday
Child places6 child places

About this childminder

Zinken is a childminder (gastouder) in Sittard-Geleen. The care is intended for children from 0 to 13 years old. The location is situated at Gaarstraat 15, 6121HG, Born. The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 5 years under number 104038688. 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 care. In the Hondsbroek neighbourhood there are currently 7 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, including 1 childminder (gastouder). This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area. In Sittard-Geleen you can find 69 other childminders (gastouders). This makes it easier to compare multiple options side by side for your family.
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ViaViela region Sittard helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) in a homely environment. The agency listens to your specific wishes and puts you in touch with professional childminders in your neighbourhood. With experience since 2007 and as parents themselves, Marion and Etiënne Devens know what good childminder care should provide. The 'click' between parent and childminder is central to the matching process.

ViaViela region Sittard serves an extensive area in South Limburg, particularly the municipalities around Sittard, Heerlen, Kerkrade and Echt. The agency has childminders available in more than 60 places in the region, from Amstenrade to Voerendaal. Parents from this region can count on a fixed contact person nearby.

ViaViela region Sittard is LRK-registered (number 210344465) and meets all quality requirements of the Childcare Act. The agency is regularly inspected by the GGD (Municipal Health Service) and inspection reports are publicly available. In addition, the location holds a Dispute-Free Certificate from the Childcare Disputes Committee. All childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and their GGD reports can be viewed via the LRK.

At Gastouderbureau Joekie, parents find a second home for their child during work or study days. The agency mediates small-scale, homely childminder care (gastouderopvang) where children from 0 to 13 years are welcome. Parents receive personal guidance in finding a childminder (gastouder) who fits their family situation and parenting wishes. Joekie arranges all administration, invoicing and helps with childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag), so parents can focus on their work with the confidence that their child is well cared for.

Gastouderbureau Joekie mediates childminder care (gastouderopvang) in South Limburg with childminders (gastouders) spread across multiple municipalities. The agency has childminders (gastouders) in towns and villages around Geleen, where the head office is located. Parents can search by distance from their place of residence with filters for age categories. The care can take place at the childminder's (gastouder) home or as in-home care at the parents' home.

Gastouderbureau Joekie is registered in the National Childcare Register (LRKP number: 46 20 92 252) and meets all legal requirements. The agency has a GGD report, dispute-free certificate and works according to protocols for child abuse, privacy and complaints handling. An independent parent committee safeguards the quality of care. Childminders (gastouders) are only registered if they meet the requirements of the Childcare Act, including diplomas, first aid certificate and Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag).

GGD Inspection

12December 4, 2025

All good

Inspection date: December 4, 2025

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The childminder meets all assessed quality requirements in the areas of general conditions, pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation and furnishings, and safety and health.

Strengths

  • Relaxed and homely atmosphere where children feel at ease
  • Ample play materials and appropriate furnishings for the age and number of children
  • Fully enclosed outdoor space adjoining the home
  • Smoke-free home
  • Good telephone accessibility and adequate backup care arrangement
  • Up-to-date risk assessments and knowledge of the reporting code for domestic violence and child abuse

Summary

Childminder Zinken in Born was inspected on 4 December 2025 by GGD Zuid-Limburg on behalf of the municipality of Sittard-Geleen. The unannounced annual inspection shows that the childminder meets all assessed quality requirements. Care takes place in the smoke-free home on Gaarstraat for a maximum of 6 children aged 0 to 12 years. The children clearly feel at ease in the relaxed, homely atmosphere. There is ample play material and the care spaces are appropriately furnished. The outdoor space is fully enclosed. The childminder is registered with two childminder agencies (Joekie and ViaViela), holds the required diplomas and a valid first aid certificate, and has up-to-date risk assessments. No points for improvement or violations were identified. The previous inspection in 2023 resulted in a recovery offer regarding the Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag/VOG); this has since been resolved. No enforcement is ongoing.

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