Paula (born in 1960) has two adult children: a son, born in 1988, and a daughter, born in 1991. Both have moved out and now live independently.
Paula lives in a house with a garden in the Merenwijk neighbourhood of Leiden. She also has a cat and birds.
In this homely environment, Paula offers children a familiar and welcoming place where they can feel comfortable and secure.
Paula has many years of experience as a childminder. She has been registered with Kroostopvang since 2014.
She holds a relevant qualification for registered childminding and believes it is important to continue developing her professional knowledge and skills.
Paula therefore regularly attends training courses and workshops to stay informed about developments in childcare.
Through her extensive experience, Paula has gained valuable knowledge of caring for and supporting children. She understands the importance of providing a safe, loving and familiar environment.
Paula enjoys keeping busy. Alongside her work as a childminder, she also does voluntary work on Saturdays.
Paula is a kind, patient and dedicated childminder who gives each child plenty of personal attention.
She believes it is important that children feel safe and comfortable and are free to be themselves.
Paula pays attention to the individual needs of every child and understands that children develop in different ways and at their own pace.
With her calm and patient approach, Paula gives children the opportunity to play, explore and enjoy new experiences.
She focuses not only on their daily care, but also on their wellbeing and individual development.
Paula believes that every child should feel seen, valued and appreciated.
She takes time to guide and support children, adapting her approach to their individual needs and interests.
With her many years of experience and personal approach, Paula creates a familiar and welcoming childcare environment where children can feel comfortable and secure.
Paula has a good relationship with her neighbour Eldine, who is also a registered childminder with Kroostopvang.
They regularly organise activities together with the children.
This creates opportunities for varied activities and allows children to enjoy new experiences.
In this way, Paula combines the familiar atmosphere of home-based childcare with the enjoyment of shared activities.
Paula believes good, personal communication with parents is important.
During drop-off and pick-up, she takes time to talk with parents and exchange important information about their child.
She discusses how each child is doing and whether there is anything important to take into account during childcare.
This allows Paula and parents to work together and respond to the individual needs of each child.
Paula has also enjoyed a positive working relationship with Kroostopvang for many years.
She is open and honest in her communication. Whenever she has questions about childcare, needs advice or simply wants to share something, she readily contacts her childcare coordinator.
Her dedication, extensive experience and open attitude make Paula a childminder whom Kroostopvang truly enjoys working with.
At Kroostopvang, safety, child development and professional expertise are essential. Our childminders work in accordance with the quality requirements for registered childminding in the Netherlands.
✓ Relevant qualification for registered childminding
✓ Valid paediatric first aid certificate
✓ Certificate of Conduct (VOG), registration in the Dutch Childcare Persons Register (Personenregister Kinderopvang) and ongoing background screening
✓ An individual pedagogical work plan describing daily childcare practices and how children's development is monitored and supported
✓ At least 7 hours of continuing professional education each year
✓ At least 3 hours of pedagogical coaching each year, provided by Kroostopvang's pedagogical coach
Are you looking for small-scale, home-based childcare in the Merenwijk neighbourhood of Leiden? Would you like to know whether Paula has availability for your child, or would you like to arrange an introduction? Her childcare coordinator Justyna will be happy to help.
Justyna Cieszkiewicz
Childcare Coordinator at Kroostopvang
Enquire About Childcare with Paula
