Quick facts
About this childminder
Opdam van Saarloos is a childminder (gastouder) in Den Helder. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency ViaViela Bibische van Zweeden. The location is based at Kruiszwin 3307, 1788PG, Julianadorp.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) for more than 1 year under number 911732196. 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. In the Kruiszwin neighbourhood, there are currently 3 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 3 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options nearby.
This childminder is affiliated with ViaViela Bibische van Zweeden. On the agency page you will find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
In Den Helder there are another 46 childminders to be found. This makes it easier to compare multiple options side by side for your family.Read more
How to compare this childminder
Use Kiddie to check trust signals first, then compare nearby options before contacting a bureau or childminder.
Check LRK and inspection
Check the LRK number and read 2 inspection reports before you contact this childminder.
Read parent experiences
Use the questions section to collect practical context before you make contact.
Compare the bureau
Check ViaViela Bibische van Zweeden as well. The bureau often explains registration, contracts, guidance, and how support for parents works.
Compare nearby gastouders
Compare this profile with other gastouders in Julianadorp on opening hours, child places, bureau connection, and profile quality.
Agency contact and support
This childminder is connected to the agencies below. Use the bureau details for contact, registration, and parent support.
Connected via agency
ViaViela helps parents find a reliable childminder (gastouder) in their neighbourhood. The agency offers small-scale, tailor-made care with one-on-one attention for children in a home-like environment. Parents receive personal guidance from a dedicated contact person in their region, who supports them throughout the entire process from matching through to the care period. ViaViela ensures careful screening of childminders and provides extensive pedagogical support.
ViaViela has nationwide coverage with approximately 50 childminder agencies spread throughout the Netherlands. The agency is active in all regions of the Netherlands, from Groningen to Maastricht and from Zeeland to Twente. Parents always have a dedicated contact person in their area who provides personal guidance.
ViaViela complies with all legal requirements for childminder agencies. All branches and childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK). The agency is inspected annually by the Municipal Health Service (GGD), and childminders receive a GGD inspection at their care location every two years. ViaViela itself conducts regular visits to childminders to check that all safety and hygiene regulations are being met. Childminders must hold all required diplomas.
GGD Inspection
Violations
Inspection date: December 16, 2025
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice is carried out well in accordance with the policy plan
- Childminder holds appropriate professional qualifications and a valid first aid certificate
- Sufficient and appropriately furnished play, sleep, and outdoor spaces
- Compliance with group composition requirements and good emergency backup arrangement
- Knowledge of the domestic violence and child abuse reporting code
Violations
- Missing stair railing was not described in the risk assessment for safety and health, despite being mandatory under the Building and Living Environment Act (resolved following recovery offer)
Summary
The annual inspection conducted on 16 December 2025 at childminder Opdam van Saarloos in Julianadorp shows generally good quality of care. The childminder complies with the legal requirements for registration, pedagogical practice, professional competence, and accommodation. One violation was identified: a missing stair railing that had not been included in the risk assessment for safety and health. The childminder made use of the recovery offer and installed a stair railing within the 3-week deadline. Following remediation, the location meets all assessed conditions. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.
Agency contact
LRK number
911732196Reviews
No reviews available for this location yet.
Questions & answers
Have a question about Opdam van Saarloos? Ask your question and other parents or the childcare itself can answer.
There are no questions about this childcare yet. Be the first!