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Heemskerk is a childminder (gastouder) in Katwijk. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency Gastouderbureau Benjamin - Ben. The care takes place at the requesting parent's home in Katwijk.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang/LRK) for more than 1 year under number 129484726. Inspection reports are publicly available through the LRK, and the care is periodically checked by the Municipal Health Service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of care.
This childminder is affiliated with Gastouderbureau Benjamin - Ben. On the agency page, you can find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
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Benjamin-Ben offers childminder care (gastouderopvang) in a homely, trusted environment where your child feels safe and secure. The agency is a relatively small childminder bureau with a maximum of 50 childminders, ensuring plenty of time for personal attention. Your child will be cared for by carefully selected childminders (gastouders) who meet all legal requirements, including a Certificate of Conduct (VOG), first aid certificate, and the appropriate diplomas. The agency arranges both care at the childminder's home and care at your own home, depending on your preference.
Childminder bureau (gastouderbureau) Benjamin-Ben is based in Katwijk aan Zee with a visiting address in Noordwijk. The agency places childminders (gastouders) in the region and is registered with the municipality of Katwijk. The GGD Hollands Midden (regional health authority) carries out inspections of the bureau.
Benjamin-Ben is registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) and meets all quality requirements of the Childcare Act. The bureau is inspected annually by the GGD Hollands Midden, and the most recent inspection report (2024) is positive. All childminders (gastouders) are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register and hold a Certificate of Conduct (VOG). The bureau has a parent committee that meets four times a year and contributes ideas on quality aspects of the care provided.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: March 3, 2026
Strengths
- Warm, trusting relationship with the children and a relaxed atmosphere
- Encourages development by responding to individual interests and letting children discover things for themselves
- Clear boundaries with respectful communication and leading by example
- Safe, appropriately arranged accommodation with sufficient play materials
- Up-to-date risk assessment and functioning backup care arrangement within 15 minutes
- Valid qualifications and first aid certificate until September 2027
Summary
The annual inspection on 3 March 2026 at childminder Heemskerk in Katwijk shows a positive picture. The childminder provides small-scale care for three children (ages 1, 3 and 5) at the requesting parent's home address, in cooperation with childminder agency Benjamin Ben. All assessed quality requirements are fully met. The childminder creates a warm, safe environment where children feel seen. She encourages development by responding to individual interests, gives children room to come up with their own solutions, and sets clear boundaries with explanation. The accommodation is safe and appropriately arranged, with sufficient play materials and a safe garden. The childminder holds all required qualifications and certificates, including a valid first aid certificate until 2027. There is an up-to-date risk assessment and functioning backup care arrangement. No violations or areas for improvement identified.
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Phone
0655025482Website
www.benjamin-ben.nlLRK number
129484726Reviews
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