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 [...]
Tusla DLP Trainer Recognition
We are delighted to congratulate our Development Officer, Catriona on becoming 1 of 16 trainers nationally to receive a Certificate of Recognition for the completion of the Tusla DLP (Designated Liaison Person) Train the Trainer. The DLP Programme is an add-on to the Foundation Training programme to provide DLPs and Deputy DLPs with the knowledge and skills to support this [...]