Tineke Jenny van der Berg

Gastouderbureau NL supports parents in finding suitable childminder (gastouder) care for children from 0 to 12 years old. The agency mediates free of charge between parents and childminders and offers personal guidance throughout the entire process. Parents benefit from fixed monthly agency fees, support with childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag), and a user-friendly app for administration. The agency safeguards quality through at least two home visits per year and annual evaluations.

Gastouderbureau NL has locations in various regions throughout the Netherlands. The agency operates via a franchise formula whereby regional locations are active in Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, Twente, Dordrecht, Utrecht, Rotterdam, and North-Brabant. Each region has its own consultant who handles the mediation and guidance of childminders and parents in that region.

Gastouderbureau NL complies with all legal requirements and has an up-to-date safety and health policy. The agency conducts annual risk assessments at care locations, monitors safety, and is affiliated with the Childcare Disputes Committee (Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang). All childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and must meet Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) requirements. The agency has an internal complaints procedure and parent committee for quality assurance.