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M. van der Velden Lahr is a childminder (gastouder) in Hilversum. The childcare is registered under the name of Velden Lahr. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency 4 Happy Kids. The location is based at J. van Galenstraat 34, 1215LG, Hilversum.
The location has been listed in the National Childcare Register (LRK) since 2025 under number 171472135. 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 the Zeeheldenkwartier neighbourhood, 15 childcare locations are currently listed on Kiddie.nl, including 3 childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options in the area.
This childminder is affiliated with 4 Happy Kids. On the agency page you will find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
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At Gastouderbureau 4 Happy Kids, we ensure that the childcare perfectly matches your wishes and your child(ren)'s needs. As soon as you register with us, we'll create a search profile together. In this, we record your preferences such as childcare days, times, location and any specific wishes.
With this profile, we get straight to work. We first search our existing database for a childminder (gastouder) who suits your family. If no suitable childminder is available, we'll put your request out externally to reach childminders outside our database too. Our aim is to find safe, trusted and personal childcare that fits your family perfectly.
Gastouderbureau 4 Happy Kids is based in Huizen and active in the Huizen region and surrounding areas. According to external sources, we have childminders (gastouders) available in Huizen, Hilversum and Bussum. Our small-scale approach ensures personal placement services in this region.
Gastouderbureau 4 Happy Kids is registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) under number 123729920 and with the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel) under number 75955040. We comply with all legal requirements of the Childcare Act 2026 (Wet Kinderopvang) and work with an extensive safety and health policy. All childminders (gastouders) are thoroughly screened and hold a valid first aid (EHBO) certificate. We carry out annual risk assessments at every childcare location and are supervised by the Municipal Health Service (GGD), whose inspection reports are publicly available.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: July 28, 2025
Strengths
- The childminder is familiar with the pedagogical policy and can apply it in practice
- The home is suitably furnished with safe play and sleeping areas and an enclosed garden
- The risk assessment is up to date and measures have been implemented
- The childminder holds the required diploma, first aid certificate, and Certificate of Conduct (VOG)
- A backup caregiver is available within 15 minutes in case of emergencies
Summary
This inspection report concerns a registration inspection for childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) provided by M. van der Velden Lahr in Hilversum, conducted by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Gooi & Vechtstreek. The childminder provides care for children aged 0 to 4 years in her own home, affiliated with childminder agency 4HappyKids. All examined domains – general conditions, pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation, and safety and health – meet the legal requirements. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The childminder is familiar with the pedagogical policy, holds the necessary diplomas and certificates, and the home is suitably furnished with safe indoor and outdoor spaces. The advice to the municipality of Hilversum is positive: include in the National Childcare Register.
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