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Kooistra is a childminder (gastouder) in Gouda. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency (gastouderbureau) ViaViela Gouda. The location is based at Esmoreitstraat 20, 2805VS, Gouda.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) since 2025 under number 266832738. 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 Noord neighbourhood, 179 childcare locations are currently listed on Kiddie.nl, including 40 childminders. This provides extra context when comparing care options in your area.
This childminder is registered with ViaViela Gouda. On the agency page you will find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
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ViaViela helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) in a small-scale, homely environment. The agency offers personal guidance with a dedicated contact person nearby who supports parents throughout the entire process, from matching to guidance during the care. Parents can count on carefully screened childminders who work according to ViaViela's pedagogical vision, with attention to secure attachment, the child's individuality and talent development.
ViaViela region Gouda serves an extensive area in South Holland and Utrecht, with childminders in places such as Gouda, Capelle aan den IJssel, Woerden, Aalsmeer, Bodegraven, Waddinxveen, Boskoop, Reeuwijk, Schoonhoven and many other municipalities in the region. The agency has childminders available in more than 60 places in the surrounding area.
ViaViela region Gouda is LRK-registered with number 823783145 and meets all quality requirements. The location is assessed annually by the GGD and has a GGD inspection report available. In addition, ViaViela has a Geschilvrij certificate from the Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang. All childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang) and hold a Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag/VOG). The agency has an internal complaints procedure in accordance with the Childcare Act (Wet kinderopvang).
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: November 4, 2025
Strengths
- Pedagogical practice aligns well with the four core objectives, with concrete attention for emotional security and self-reliance
- Home is safely set up with stair gates, magnetic locks, and a separate sleeping area for children under 18 months
- Childminder holds the required diploma and valid first aid certificate
- Risk assessment is up to date and signed by the childminder and mediation worker
- Backup caregiver can be present within 15 minutes in case of emergencies
Summary
This inspection report concerns a registration investigation for childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) Kooistra in Gouda, conducted by Municipal Health Service (GGD) Hollands Midden. The childminder provides care for up to five children aged 0-4 years from Tuesday through Friday in her home on Esmoreitstraat, via childminder agency ViaViela Gouda. All examined domains meet the statutory requirements. The childminder holds the required diploma, a valid first aid certificate (until 17-09-2027), and is registered in the persons register together with her housemate. The home is safely set up with stair gates, magnetic locks on cabinets, and a smoke-free policy. There is a valid risk assessment and backup caregiver arrangement (15 minutes). The pedagogical practice aligns with the four core objectives, with attention for emotional security and self-reliance.
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