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, [...]
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
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 [...]
Parent & Toddler Group Grant 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Parent & Toddler Group Grant. Guidelines and application form are available here. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 28th March 2025.
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 [...]
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...
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 [...]