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M.L. Lalkens is a childminder (gastouder) in Noardeast-Fryslân. The childcare is registered under the name Lalkens. This childminder is affiliated with the childminder agency Gastouderbureau De Wâlden. The location is based at Meester Bruningstraat 10, 9101DM, Dokkum.
The location has been registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) since 2026 under number 652693234. Inspection reports are publicly available through the LRK and the childcare is periodically inspected by the municipal health service (GGD).
With a capacity of 6 childcare places, this is a small-scale form of childcare. In the Fonteinslanden neighbourhood, there are currently 11 childcare locations listed on Kiddie.nl, of which 4 are childminders. This provides extra context when comparing childcare options nearby.
This childminder is affiliated with Gastouderbureau De Wâlden. On the agency page you will find additional information for parents about guidance and registration.
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Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) De Wâlden guides parents in finding suitable childminder (gastouder) care in Friesland. After registration, an intake interview follows, after which the agency searches for a suitable childminder, unless parents have already found one themselves. The agency handles the complete registration process and the professional side of the match with the childminder. Parents can count on personal guidance and support with all formalities.
Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) De Wâlden is active in five Frisian municipalities: Achtkarspelen, Dantumadiel, Noardeast Fryslân, Tytsjerksteradiel and Smallingerland. The agency has childminders in various locations including Aldwâld, Boornbergum, Burgum, Buitenpost, Damwâld, De Westereen, Metslawier, Niawier, Ternaard, Twijzel and Twijzelerheide.
All childminders (gastouders) at Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) De Wâlden meet all legal requirements and are registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang). Parents can review the inspection reports of both the childminders and the agency itself in the register. The agency works in accordance with privacy legislation and does not retain data longer than strictly necessary, with a statutory retention period of 7 years.
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: February 18, 2026
Strengths
- Meets all legal requirements for registration
- Holds a recognized diploma and valid first aid certificate
- Pedagogical practice is sound and aligned with the policy plan
- Adequate play, sleep, and outdoor space for children
- Risk assessment for safety and health is up to date and signed
- Knowledge of the reporting code for domestic violence and child abuse
Summary
Childminder M.L. Lalkens in Dokkum was inspected on 18 February 2026 for registration under the 'Strict at the Gate' (Streng aan de Poort) policy. The inspection comprised a document review, home visit, and interview with the childminder. All assessed areas meet the legal requirements: registration, pedagogical climate, childminder suitability, accommodation, and safety. The childminder holds the required diploma, valid first aid certificate, and Certificate of Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag). The care address provides adequate play, sleep, and outdoor space for a maximum of 6 children. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The childminder agency (gastouderbureau) approved the draft report without comment.
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Phone
06-46776278Website
www.gobdewalden.nlLRK number
652693234Reviews
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