M. van der Zee

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.

ViaViela helps parents find a suitable childminder (gastouder) in a home-like environment where children feel safe and secure. The agency offers personal guidance with a dedicated contact person in your region who assists you with all aspects of childminder care, from finding a childminder to ongoing support during the placement. ViaViela works with carefully screened childminders who are visited regularly and supported with pedagogical training.

ViaViela has nationwide coverage with approximately 50 locations spread throughout the Netherlands. The agency is active in all regions of the Netherlands with dedicated contact persons in each region. Parents can find childminders in their immediate area through the extensive network of professional childminders.

ViaViela and all childminders are registered in the National Childcare Register (LRK) and comply with statutory quality requirements. 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 visits childminders at least twice a year to check whether the location meets all safety and hygiene regulations. All childminders hold the required diplomas and receive ongoing education and pedagogical support.