Become an Early Childhood Ireland member
Leading the way in quality Early Years and School Age Care
Why become a member?
Join Early Childhood Ireland today and become part of the leading organisation in the Early Years and School Age Care sector, dedicated to ensuring quality experiences for children in Early Years and School Age Care settings.
We are fully committed to supporting you in delivering exceptional care and education for children. Our approach is grounded in professional expertise and informed by both national and international research, policies, and best practice.
By combining the vast experience of our members with wider professional and academic pedagogical expertise, we shape the services and supports we offer and drive necessary changes in public policy and investment.
As a member, you will gain access to our comprehensive range of services and supports designed to enhance your work and professional growth. To find out more about our membership benefits, please click here.Â
Please note all memberships paid now are valid until 30 September 2026.
Membership Types
Service Provider
Our Service Provider category is suitable for
all Service Providers in the Early Years and School Age Care.
Parent and Toddler
This category is designed for local support groups that bring parents and carers together, where their children can socialise and play.
Organisation
Suitable for groups and organistions who want to benefit from being part of an organisation that champions quality for children.
Service Provider
Our Service Provider category is suitable for
all Service Providers in the Early Years and School Age Care.
Parent and Toddler
This category is designed for local support groups that bring parents and carers together, where their children can socialise and play.
Organisation
Suitable for groups and organistions who want to benefit from being part of an organisation that champions quality for children.
Associate
Suitable for individuals with an interest in the Early Years and School Age Care sector.
Student
Our Student membership is for current students interested in accessing Early Childhood Ireland’s Inspiring Pedagogy resources and other benefits.
Student
Our Student membership is for current students interested in accessing Early Childhood Ireland’s Inspiring Pedagogy resources and other benefits.
Service Provider
Member Benefits
Additional Settings: If you have more than one setting you are required to have a membership for each setting. 2nd and subsequent settings receive a discount of 25% and pay only €305.83 for each additional setting.
Membership is valid until 30 September 2027.
Terms and Conditions
Parent and Toddler
Member Benefits
No €40 registration payable
Membership term valid until 30 September, 2026
Terms and Conditions
Organisation
Member Benefits
No €40 registration payable
Membership term valid until 30 September, 2026
Terms and Conditions
Associate
Member Benefits
No €40 registration payable
Membership term valid until 30 September, 2026
Terms and Conditions
Student
Member Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
There are several membership types to choose from. These include:
- Service Provider – This membership is suitable for members running any of a number of types of services.
- Organisation – This membership category is suitable for groups and organisations which want to be part of a professional body.
- Parent and Toddler – This membership category is suitable for local support groups who come together so that parents and carers can meet and develop friendships in a safe and friendly environment.
- Associate – This membership category caters for all individuals with an interest in the early learning and care and school age childcare sector.
- Student – This membership category is suitable for anyone who is currently a student.
For further information on membership types please click here.
The cost of membership varies depending on the type of membership you select.
Join Early Childhood Ireland and avail of a wide range of benefits and supports. You can view a full list of benefits and services of membership here.
The Renewals period begins on 1 October and runs for one year.
Get your membership today
Early Childhood Ireland is the leading children’s advocacy and membership organisation. We work in partnership with our members to achieve quality experiences for every child in Early Years and School Age Care settings. We advocate for an effective and inclusive Early Years and School Age Care system which values, supports and invests in childhood, children and services.
