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New Website for Limerick Childcare Committee

Limerick Childcare Committee would like to welcome you to our new website.  On our website you will find information on: The National Childcare Programmes/Schemes - ECCE, CCS and TEC. A resource section for Childcare Providers and those interested in setting up a Early Years, After-School or Childminding business.  It also includes information on the Pre-School Regulations, Child Protection and Welfare, PIP, [...]

August 1st, 2015|Categories: News|

AIM (Access and Inclusion Model) Information Session

Is your child starting preschool (ECCE) this September? Curious about AIM (Access and Inclusion Model) and how it can support your child? Join Limerick Childcare Committee and the Better Start AIM Team for a FREE online information session just for parents! Date: Wednesday, 18th June 2025 Time: 10:30–11:30am or 8:00–9:00pm Venue: Online Cost: Free Book your place here: https://forms.gle/iJT5anvhApgAfemb8

June 3rd, 2025|Categories: Events|

Nurturing Skills website and Learning Hub officially launched

New online resource now available: www.NurturingSkills.ie We are pleased to share that the new Nurturing Skills website and Learning Hub was officially launched on 24th May 2025 at the national conference: Continuing the Journey: Exploring the updated Aistear: the Early Childhood Curriculum Framework. The website has been developed as a central hub for Early Learning and Care and School-Age Childcare [...]

May 28th, 2025|Categories: News|

Site Visit 6 – The Beehive Play, Learn and Grow

Our final Site Visit of 2024 was to The Beehive Play Learn and Grow, Rathkeale. The full-day crèche is a designated Equal Start Service and advocates for inclusion and participation from all members of the community. Méabh and the team place a strong emphasis on inclusion, play, and creating spaces that are not only functional but also aesthetically inviting for [...]

December 23rd, 2024|Categories: Service Ideas|

Site Visit 5 – The Old School Abc

Our second Site Visit in October was to The Old School Abc in Bohermore. Ciara and her team shared with us their experiences of building a strong and dynamic relationship with the National School Community, including the development of a Transition to School Programme. Take a look at our photo record of the visit at the link below https://www.canva.com/.../0E0d2ibcx-7R4YKkuylKfw/view...

December 23rd, 2024|Categories: Service Ideas|

Site Visit 4 – Seedlings Nature Schools

Our first stop this October was at Seedlings Nature Schools in Mungret, an outdoor Pre-School and After-School. From a cozy campfire to engaging discussions on the Forest School ethos and outdoor registration with Tusla, it was a warm and welcoming experience. A massive thank you to Johanna, Ellen, and the team for hosting us and sharing your incredible practices. Check [...]

December 9th, 2024|Categories: Service Ideas|

Search for Childcare

Use this facility to search for a Childcare Service or Childminder in your area. You can also check which types of childcare are provided and if a service offers one or more of the government childcare schemes.

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ECCE Calculator

Use the ECCE Calculator to check if your child qualifies for the Free-School Year. All you need to do is enter your child’s date of birth and the calculator will tell you when your child will be eligible.

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