turning point for change

Early Childhood Ireland's 'Turning Point for Change’ submission to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health & Children.

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Working with Parents

We have always known that working with parents is important. That holds true now more than ever. Following on from the Prime Time Programmes and arising out of our discussions with members, we suggest the following approach:

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Choosing Childcare

Choosing the best childcare option for your child and your family is not always an easy or straightforward decision. So, how do you decide what are the most important elements to look for? While ultimately, as a parent you have a feel for a place, there are a number of practical steps you can take to ensure that you make the best possible choice for your child...

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Food survey

Early Childhood Ireland and Safefood are working together to help services safely provide the right balance of food for growing children. We are asking you to fill in the attached survey, so that information and resources on all aspects of nutrition and food safety will be better tailored to meet your needs.

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Primary School Teachers (DES) Summer Courses

Early Childhood Ireland is offering a Department of Education and Skills (DES) approved Summer Course that focuses on The National Early Childhood Curriculum Framework, Aistear. The programme is suitable for all primary school teachers - those teaching junior and senior infants as well as those who are seeking to be at the forefront of early education and current practice within the primary school setting.

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News

Aistear in Action Showcase

Seven early childcare & education centres from Cork and Tipperary showcase their Aistear in Action curriculum through simple but highly effective learning stories...

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Submission to Joint Oireachtas Committee

Post Primetime Programme ’Breach of Trust’ Early Childhood Ireland presents its ‘Turning Point for Change’ submission to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health & Children ...

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Focus must switch to targets, timeline & investment

Early Childhood Ireland says focus must switch to targets, timeline and investment, to implement preschool quality agenda, as outlined by Minister Fitzgerald in Seanad today

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Events

Autumn Training Schedule

Our Autumn Training Schedule will be released in the next few weeks. In the meantime, please visit our Events page for current programmes...

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Working with Babies and Toddlers

Our Working with Babies and Toddlers programme supports practitioners in the development of knowledge and skills to work effectively with babies and toddlers, ensuring their well-being.

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Summer Camps

If you are a member planning a summer camp, please take a look at the Early Childhood Ireland Childcare Insurance Guidelines for camps taking place during the holiday period...

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