‘Just as energy is the basis of life itself and ideas the source of innovation, so is innovation the vital spark of all human change, improvement and progress.’
Theodore Levitt
The Purpose of the Innovation Awards
The central meaning of innovation relates to renewal or improvement.
The Early Childhood Ireland Innovation Awards recognise early childcare and education services who generate spirit, energy and drive in providing better experiences for the children and families accessing their services.
The goal of the Early Childhood Ireland Innovation Awards is to provide recognition for childcare providers who make outstanding contributions to the early childhood care and education sector, using approaches that enhance the lives of children.
The Innovation Awards offer an opportunity for progressive Early Childhood Ireland members to become recognised leaders in the sector and to then inspire other childcare professionals to engage in driving innovation and quality.
Previous Innovation Award Winners
Please download the 2011 Innovation Award Winners’ Booklet which showcases some of the winners from the first year of awards.
Submissions
Every submission automatically qualifies as a potential nominee to compete for winning an award.
10 services will be selected for an award and 1 of the 10 services will receive the overall award, which will include a plaque and a voucher.
The submissions should demonstrate either:
i) a new and innovative approach
OR
ii) an innovative use of existing approaches
Closing Date for Applications
Please note that the closing date for applications for the 2012 Innovation Awards is 16th March 2012.
