What types of care does Kinderopvang Huizen offer?

We offer 3 different shelter types;

  • Nurseries for children from 6 weeks to 4 years of age;
  • Preschool services for toddlers aged 2 to 4;
  • Extracurricular care for children ages 4 through 12.

On what days is Kinderopvang Huizen open?

The opening hours of all our branches vary. The various information pages of our various locations contain the opening hours for that particular location.

We are closed on national holidays.
Click here
 for our vacation and public holiday overview.

What are horizontal and vertical groups?

  • In a horizontal group, children of the same age sit together. For example, at a nursery the 3+ group or at an after-school program a group for 4 and 5 year olds.
  • In a vertical group, children of different ages sit together. At a nursery, for example, this is the 0 to 3 years group. And in after-school care, for example, a group from 5 to 12 years old.

Is Kinderopvang Huizen open during vacations and holidays?

  • Our daycare centers are open year-round with the exception of national holidays.
    Click here
     for an overview of these holidays.
  • For preschool, there are locations that are open 52 weeks a year and locations that are open 40 weeks a year. Read more about this on the
    preschool information page
    . All preschool locations are closed on national holidays anyway.
    Click here
     for an overview of these holidays.
  • Our after-school program is open 52 weeks a year with the exception of national holidays.
    Click here
     for an overview of these holidays. Bso locations may merge during vacations. There are also bso locations that are closed on Wednesdays and/or Fridays. Reception then takes place at another bso location.

Does Kinderopvang Huizen’s child care fall under the Child Care Act?

Yes, all our forms of care are basically covered by the Child Care Act. Depending on the personal situation, a parent may or may not be entitled to child care subsidies. Read more about this on the website of the
Tax Office
.

What is the Landelijk Register Kinderopvang (LRK)?

The National Childcare Register is a list of all registered childcare facilities in the Netherlands. Host parents are also listed.
Click here
 for the National Register of Child Care Providers.

Where can I find the childcare center’s LRK number?

Each of our individual locations pages shows the LRK number of that particular location. Here is also the link to the LRK registration and to the latest GGD inspection report.

Are all branches of Kinderopvang Huizen registered in the National Register of Childcare?

Yes, all of our branches are registered in the National Register of Child Care. On the location page of each branch, you can find the link to the registration and the latest GGD inspection report.

What does Kinderopvang Huizen need my Citizen Service Number (BSN) for?

Due to the right to childcare allowance or subsidy from the municipality, childcare organizations are legally authorized – and even obliged – to register the Citizen Service Number (BSN) of parents and the children placed in their care. The BSN allows individuals to be uniquely identified.

How can I enroll my child?

You can enroll your child by filling out the
online registration form.

Does Kinderopvang Huizen maintain a minimum number of care days?

  • There is a minimum purchase of 1 day for the nursery;
  • The following applies to toddler care in the municipality of Huizen:
    • Under the Child Care Act a minimum intake of 2 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a VE indication a minimum purchase of 3 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a breadwinner family a minimum purchase of 2 mornings;
  • The following applies to toddler care in the BEL municipality (Blaricum, Eemnes and Laren):
    • Under the Child Care Act a minimum intake of 2 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a VE indication a minimum purchase of 4 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a breadwinner family a minimum purchase of 2 mornings;
  • For after-school care, there is a minimum purchase of 1 afternoon.

How long until my child is placed?

We have a placement policy with the following order of priority:

  1. Children of employees;
  2. Children whose siblings have already been placed, if enrolled for at least 6 months;
  3. Children who are already placed but want different/multiple day parts, provided this does not interfere with new placement;
  4. Date of enrollment;
  5. In the case of a social/medical indication, it is decided in each case separately whether and to what extent priority will be given. The application must be accompanied by a statement from RIAGG or physician, for example, to substantiate the indication.

If there are more applications than places, waiting lists are established. Questions about enrollment or waiting lists can always be emailed to our Customer Contact Department.

Will I receive confirmation of my enrollment?

You can register via our online registration form. After registration you will immediately receive an email confirmation.

Is there a cost to register?

We do not charge a registration fee.

How can I cancel my registration?

A registration can be canceled by sending an email to our
Customer Contact
.

How can I change my enrollment?

A registration can be changed by sending an email to our department
Customer Contact
.

When will I be told if a spot is available for my child?

If a spot is available for your child, you will be notified no later than three months in advance. Until a spot is available, you will not be notified.

Therefore, it is not possible for us to indicate when space does become available, as we depend on possible cancellations, preferred days and availability and room for advancement to follow-up groups.

How will my child’s place be confirmed?

Before committing to the placement, you will receive a digital contract from us. In addition to the most important name and address information, this contract includes, the placement start date, the type of care, location and the rate.

You can easily sign this contract digitally.

What happens after I return the contract?

After digitally signing the contract, a pedagogical staff member from the location will call you approximately two weeks before placement starts to schedule an intake interview and settling-in process.

When do I get an on-site intake interview?

After digitally signing the contract, a pedagogical staff member from the location will call you approximately two weeks before placement starts to schedule an intake interview and settling-in moments.

Why should I register my child for daycare as early as possible?

We have a placement policy with the following order of priority:

  1. Children of employees;
  2. Children whose siblings have already been placed, if enrolled for at least 6 months;
  3. Children who are already placed but want different/multiple day parts, provided this does not interfere with new placement;
  4. Date of enrollment;
  5. In the case of a social/medical indication, it is decided in each case separately whether and to what extent priority will be given. The application must be accompanied by a statement from RIAGG or physician, for example, to substantiate the indication.

If there are more applications than places, waiting lists are established. Thus, the period of enrollment determines, among other things, the place on the waiting list. Questions about enrollment or waiting lists can always be emailed to our Customer Contact Department.

How long is the waiting list?

We cannot comment on the length and duration of the waiting list. If a spot is available for your child, you will be notified no later than three months in advance. Until a spot is available, you will not be notified.

Therefore, it is not possible for us to indicate when space does become available, as we depend on possible cancellations, preferred days and availability and room for advancement to follow-up groups.

We have a placement policy with the following order of priority:

  1. Children of employees;
  2. Children whose siblings have already been placed, if enrolled for at least 6 months;
  3. Children who are already placed but want different/multiple day parts, provided this does not interfere with new placement;
  4. Date of enrollment;
  5. In the case of a social/medical indication, it is decided in each case separately whether and to what extent priority will be given. The application must be accompanied by a statement from RIAGG or physician, for example, to substantiate the indication.

I work on alternating days. So can I use child care?

We do not offer flexible childcare.

Do I have priority if I already have a child in care at Kinderopvang Huizen and am now looking for a place for a sibling?

Yes then you have partial precedence. We have a placement policy with the following order of priority.

  1. Children of employees;
  2. Children whose siblings have already been placed, if enrolled for at least 6 months;
  3. Children who are already placed but want different/multiple day parts, provided this does not interfere with new placement;
  4. Date of enrollment;
  5. In the case of a social/medical indication, it is decided in each case separately whether and to what extent priority will be given. The application must be accompanied by a statement from RIAGG or physician, for example, to substantiate the indication.

Thus, having a sibling in care determines, among other things, one’s place on the waiting list.

What are the terms of cancellation?

Termination of a contract must be submitted in writing via mail to the Customer Contact Department. A notice period of 1 month applies.

When will my child’s care contract end?

  • For children in the nursery and preschool, the contract automatically ends when the age of 4 is reached. If the desire is for earlier termination of the contract, this must be submitted in writing via mail to the
    Customer Contact,
    subject to one month’s notice.
  • For out-of-school children, the contract automatically ends when the age of 13 is reached. If the desire is for earlier termination of the contract, this must be submitted in writing via mail to the
    Customer Contact
    , subject to one month’s notice.

What are Kinderopvang Huizen’s rates?

With our handy calculation tool, you can easily calculate what your net monthly costs will be.
Click here
for our calculation tool.

Prefer a summary of our gross rates?

What is included in the price?

This varies by shelter type:

  • At the nursery, the rate includes diapers and food;
  • At preschool, the rate includes diapers and food;
  • With out-of-school care, the rate includes feeding and pick-up from school to the location.

Will I get a contribution towards the cost of childcare?

To help defray the cost of child care, the government subsidizes child care through the Child Care Supplement. Working/student parent(s) are entitled to a contribution towards expenses. This contribution is income-related. Read more about this on
the Internal Revenue Service website.

How do I pay the monthly child care fees?

Around the 15th of each month, we send out the invoice for the next month’s childcare fees. These fees are automatically collected from the account around the 25th. If direct debit is not possible, in consultation with Finance,you can look at another possibility.

Am I eligible for a childcare allowance if I work unpaid hours?

Depending on the personal situation, a parent may or may not be entitled to child care subsidies. Read more about this on
the Internal Revenue Service website.

Should I continue to pay in my child’s absence?

Yes, if your child is absent, the cost of care will be charged as usual. However, there is the possibility of exchanging the absent day to another day in the three weeks prior or the three weeks after the absent date.

Do I have to pay holidays and can I also exchange these days?

Yes, for holidays, childcare fees will be charged. For us, many costs also continue, such as rent, employees wages and other ongoing costs. However, there is the possibility of exchanging holidays to another day in the three weeks prior or the three weeks after the holiday.

Am I eligible for child allowance?

Depending on personal circumstances, a parent may or may not have a response to child care subsidies. Read more about this on the website of the
Tax Office
.

How can I apply for child care subsidies?

You can apply for childcare allowance via the Tax Authorities website.
Don’t wait too long to apply, otherwise you could miss out on money. Apply for the child care allowance no later than 3 months after your child care started.

How can I calculate my child care allowance?

You can easily make a trial calculation of the childcare allowance through the website of the
Tax Office
.

Is it possible to have the childcare allowance transferred directly to Kinderopvang Huizen by the Inland Revenue?

No this is not possible. This is only possible if there is an agreement with the Internal Revenue Service. We do not have an agreement with the Internal Revenue Service.

I have became unemployed. Should I stop my child care now?

If you are unemployed, you retain your right to child care subsidies for another three months. You need to stop the child care subsidy yourself.

Where can I find Kinderopvang Huizen’s bank account number?

Kinderopvang Huizen’s bank account number is on the invoice.

How can I change my account number?

You can easily change the direct debit account number in the Parent Portal. You can also send an email to our
Customer Contact
.

I have become unemployed. Is it wise to cancel child care?

If you are unemployed, you retain your right to child care subsidies for another three months. You need to stop the child care subsidy yourself. You can easily do this through the Childcare Allowance App or through the Tax Office website.

How can I pay my invoice?

Around the 15th of each month, we send out the invoice for the next month’s childcare fees. These fees are automatically collected from the account around the 25th. If direct debit is not possible, in consultation with Financeyou can look at another possibility.

When will I receive my invoice?

Around the 15th of each month, we send out the invoice for the next month’s childcare fees. These fees are automatically collected from the account around the 25th. If direct debit is not possible, you can transfer the amount yourself, subject to a €2.50 administration fee.

When will you collect my bill?

Around the 15th of each month, we send out the invoice for the next month’s childcare fees. These fees are automatically collected from the account around the 25th. If direct debit is not possible, you can transfer the amount yourself, subject to a €2.50 administration fee.

Where can I ask questions about my bill?

Questions about the invoice easily directed via an email to the department of Finance .

Is cancellation of the agreed placement free of charge?

We use a notice period of one month. Furthermore, there are no additional costs associated with terminating a contract. The request to terminate a contract must be submitted in writing via mail to the Department of
Customer Contact
.

How can I revoke my direct debit authorization?

In principle, we settle all invoices via direct debit. If direct debit is not possible, you can transfer the amount yourself, subject to a €2.50 administration fee. To do this, please send a request to debiteuren@kinderopvanghuizen.nl

This month I fail to pay the bill on time. What can I do?

In case of payment problems of childcare fees, contact our department of
Finance
. Together we can then look at a possible solution.

When will I receive my annual statement?

In February, you will receive the annual statement for the previous calendar year.

How can I enroll my child?

You can enroll your child by completing the
online registration form
.

Does my spot at a daycare automatically carry over into a spot at the after-school program?

No, a spot at the nursery does not automatically extend into a spot at the after-school program. Your child must be re-enrolled for this. You can enroll your child by completing the
online registration form
.

Will I get a contribution towards the cost of the daycare center?

To help defray the cost of child care, the government subsidizes child care through the Child Care Supplement. Working/student parent(s) are entitled to a contribution towards expenses. This contribution is income-related. Read more about this on the website of the
Tax Office
.

How can I enroll my child?

You can enroll your child by completing the
online registration form
.

Can I place my child in preschool for one half day?

  • The following applies to toddler care in the municipality of Huizen:
    • Under the Child Care Act a minimum intake of 2 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a VE indication a minimum purchase of 3 mornings*;
    • With a subsidy from the municipality, a purchase of 2 mornings for a breadwinner family;

*For a location open 40 weeks a year, the minimum intake is 4 mornings a week.

  • The following applies to toddler care in the BEL municipality (Blaricum, Eemnes and Laren):
    • Under the Child Care Act a minimum intake of 2 mornings;
    • With subsidy from the municipality for a VE indication a minimum purchase of 4 mornings;
    • With a subsidy from the municipality, a purchase of 2 mornings for a breadwinner family;

What is early childhood education (VE)?

Children with a developmental or language delay can receive a Pre-School Education (VE) indication through the consultation office. With this indication you will receive an allowance for childcare costs from the municipality. Questions about this? If so, please contact our
Customer Contact
.

I think my child belongs to the target group eligible for a VE indication. Where can I enroll my child?

A pre-school education (VE) indication is granted by the child health care office if there are signs that a child has a developmental or language delay. If you think your child belongs to this target group, contact the child’s consulting office.

Will I receive a contribution towards the cost of preschool?

To help defray the cost of child care, the government subsidizes child care through the Child Care Supplement. Working/student parent(s) are entitled to a contribution towards expenses. This contribution is income-related. Read more about this on the website of the
Tax Office
.

Subsidy for child with VE indication or no right to Childcare Allowance?

Parent(s) with children with a VE (Early Childhood Education) indication and parents from breadwinner families* are eligible for a contribution through the municipality and pay an income-dependent parental contribution. Want to know more about this? If so, please contact our
Customer Contact
.

You can also calculate an indication of your net monthly costs with
our calculation tool
.

*Beneficiary family: You have a benefit partner and one of you both works or studies or you both do not work or study. Or you are single and not working or studying.

How can I enroll my child?

You can enroll your child by completing the
online registration form
.

What is the vacation credit and when can I use it?

If your child is in out-of-school care, your child is automatically signed out for the twelve-week
national school holidays
. You will receive a vacation-hour credit of 11 hours for these 12 weeks per calendar year, per contract day. This vacation hour credit can be used for requests during vacations, for study days or other additional school closing days.

Unused vacation credit hours expire at the end of the calendar year and are non-refundable. If you (partially) terminate the agreement before the end of the year, the freely disposable vacation credit hours will be recalculated. If you have taken too many hours, you will be charged for them.

Can my child attend bso before his4th birthday?

Is your child starting elementary school before his or her4th birthday? Then exceptionally, and only by agreement, out-of-school care can also begin a few weeks before the4th birthday.

Will I get a contribution towards the cost of after-school care?

To help defray the cost of child care, the government subsidizes child care through the Child Care Supplement. Working/student parent(s) are entitled to a contribution towards expenses. This contribution is income-related. Read more about this on the website of the
Tax Office
.

Does Kinderopvang Huizen maintain a notice period?

We use a notice period of one month. The request to terminate a contract must be submitted in writing via mail to the Department of
Customer Contact
.

How can I terminate my agreement with Kinderopvang Huizen?

The request to terminate a contract must be submitted in writing via mail to the Department of
Customer Contact
. We use a notice period of one month.

Can I still cancel my agreement before the placement date?

This is possible, however, after signing the contract a notice period of one month applies. The request to terminate a contract must be submitted in writing via mail to the Department of
Customer Contact
. We use a notice period of one month.

How can I use the parent portal and app?

After digitally signing the contract, you will receive information about the Parent Portal and the Parent Portal app by email, including the username and instructions to set the password.

What should I do if I have forgotten my Parent Portal password?

If you have forgotten your Parent Portal password, please indicate this when logging in. A new password will then be sent via email.

What should I do if I have forgotten my Parent Portal username?

Your Parent Portal username is the email address of the parent in whose name the child care contract is placed. This is also on the contract. Don’t know how to find these? If so, please contact our
Customer Contact
.

Can my (former) partner and I get separate accounts to access the parent portal?

No this is not possible. Unless you both take part of the care days on contract.

I use the parent portal, but I do not want my child to be photographed. How can I indicate this?

When you first log in to the
Parent Portal
, you will need to answer some permission questions. Permission to photograph or not to photograph children is one of them. You can also adjust this later.

Can my child come an extra (mid)day?

Via the
Parent Portal
you can always request an extra care (mid-day) day. Depending on occupancy in the group and the number of children registered, this request will be approved or not. We adhere to the work force-child ratio guidelines from the GGD. The cost for this extra care (mid-day) day will be calculated in the next invoice.

How can I request an exchange day?

Via the
Parent Portal
an exchange (mid-day) day can be requested, in the three weeks prior and three weeks after the date of the day to be exchanged. Depending on occupancy in the group and the number of children registered, this request will be approved or not. We adhere to the work force-child ratio guidelines from the GGD.

Is exchanging a day free of charge?

Via the
Parent Portal
an exchange (mid-day) day can be requested, in the three weeks prior and three weeks after the date of the day to be exchanged. If the exchange day takes place within this period, it is free of charge.

As soon as the day falls outside this exchange period, the day will be marked as an extra care (mid-day) day and the cost for this extra care (mid-day) day will be calculated in the next invoice.

I use out-of-school care. Can I exchange a regular care day to a vacation care day?

At out-of-school care, a regular school day can only be exchanged to another school day. Exchange to a vacation day or extra opening day is not possible, this day can be taken from the vacation hours credit.

What is your pedagogical policy ?

We maintain a pedagogical policy for our three forms of care (daycare, preschool and out-of-school care) that is uniform in basis. However, there are discrepancies in certain age-specific points. Our educational policies can be found here.

What is your policy on illness and hygiene?

In the
Parent Portal
under ‘my establishment’ you will find general policy documents, including our general sickness and hygiene policy. You will also find site-specific documents such as the safety and health policy for each site.

Where can I find the pedagogical work plan for my care location?

The location work plan can be found in the
Parent Portal
under ‘my establishment’ and then ‘location policy’.

Where can I find information about my location’s parent committee?

Information about the location’s Parent Committee can be found in the
Portal
under ‘my location’.

Where can I find the GGD inspection report for my location?

On each page of our individual locations is a link to the latest GGD inspection report.

Can I track my child’s development?

Yes indeed! In the
Parent Portal
we have a child tracking system. In this system you can record your child’s developments.

My child is going on vacation. How can I pass this on?

  • Does your child attend daycare or preschool? Then sign your child out for vacations through the
    Parent Portal
    .
  • Does your child attend after-school care? Then your child is automatically signed out for the 12 weeks of national school vacations. If you do need care during the vacations, then sign your child up for this. Read more about this in our

    Additional Terms and Conditions.

My child is sick. How can I pass this on?

A sick call can be passed through the
Parent Portal
.

Can I come and take a look at one of the locations?

Of course! It is always possible to take a no-obligation tour of one of our locations.
Click here
 to request a tour.

How to apply for a job at the Huizen Child Care Foundation:

Through the website, we have several job openings online. If you are interested in any of our vacancies please get in touch with us via the ‘apply directly’ button. Several details are requested including your name, email address, phone number CV and Motivation Letter. Upon receipt of your information, we will contact you within two business days.

If you would like to get in touch or apply directly, please contact:

The HR department

Email address: peno@kinderopvanghuizen.nl

How does the application process work within the Huizen Childcare Foundation:

  • Upon receipt of your cover letter and resume, you will be contacted by phone within two business days. In this interview, we will get to know each other and look together at your wishes and the possibilities within Stichting Kinderopvang Huizen.
  • If there are opportunities within Stichting Kinderopvang Huizen that meet your needs we will invite you to the Service Bureau for an interview.
  • After a positive introduction from both sides, we will schedule an on-site meeting with the Team Manager or schedule a second meeting at the service office.
  • Is everyone excited? Then we will discuss salary, benefits and other administrative matters.
  • All around? Then it’s time for a start date and we welcome you within Kinderopvang Huizen.

With what certifications can I work within the Child Care industry?

Within Childcare, you may work as a pedagogical assistant with various diplomas.

Through this link you can do the diploma check to see if you are also allowed to work as a Pedagogical Assistant within the childcare industry.

If you have other questions, please contact:

P&O Childcare Foundation Huizen

Email address: peno@kinderopvanghuizen.nl

What do I need to get started as a BOL/BBL intern:

There are several schools we cooperate with within Kinderopvang Huizen such as: ROC Hilversum, ROC van Amsterdam (in Almere) and ROC Utrecht in Amersfoort. Through these schools, you can get information about various courses within the child care industry.

Within Childcare, you can intern if you are taking a Pedagogy or Sports & Movement course.

Each intern/BBL employee is supervised on the job so that everything you learn in school can be applied on the job.

How to do a BOL/BBL internship at Stichting Kinderopvang Huizen:

If you are interested in any of our vacancies please get in touch with us via the ‘apply directly’ button. Several pieces of information are requested including your name, e-mail address and phone number. Upon receipt of your information, we will contact you within two business days.

If you have questions, would like to start a BOL/BBL training or would like to get in touch directly, please contact:

P&O Childcare Foundation Huizen.

Email address: peno@kinderopvanghuizen.nl

What is the application procedure for a BOL/BBL internship within the Huizen Childcare Foundation:

  • Following your application and receipt of your CV, P&O will contact you by telephone. In this conversation, you will be asked about your wishes and get to know each other. If this introduction is positive, we will immediately make an appointment for a personal introduction at the office.
  • First, we will get acquainted. We do this in the office and you could think of this interview as a1st job interview.
  • After a positive introduction and after finding a suitable internship for BOL/BBL, you can participate at the location. Here you will also interact directly with the Team Manager of the location
  • After a positive on-site introduction, we will schedule a start date depending on the documents we need to receive before your start. Consider a VOG, Internship Agreement and adding yourself to the persons registry.
  • Yes, then you can get started!