Raaijmakers

Strengths

• The childminder has many years of experience in childcare
• Good cooperation with the childminder agency and willingness to pursue further training
• Spaces are appropriately laid out, accessible, and safely arranged
• Enclosed garden with safety net on trampoline and diverse play materials
• Clear plan for introductory visits with children before care begins
• Pedagogical policy is known and translated into daily practice
• Adequate backup care arrangement available within 15 minutes
• Risk assessment for safety and health has been completed and is up to date

Summary

This inspection report concerns an application for childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang/VGO) with Raaijmakers at Herman Heijermansweg 39 in Amsterdam. The inspection took place on 27 August 2024. The childminder will care for 2 children aged 5 and 6 on Monday and Tuesday afternoons, with a maximum of 4 children on an incidental basis. The care takes place in the home of the requesting parents. The childminder has many years of experience and is satisfied with the cooperation with childminder agency They Care. The spaces are safely and appropriately arranged, with an enclosed garden and various play opportunities. A backup care arrangement has been made. The risk assessment has been completed and the childminder is familiar with the safety measures. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The GGD advises a positive decision on the application.