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Early Childhood Ireland launches Strategic Plan 2021 – 2016
Early Childhood Ireland has published its new Strategic Plan 2021-2026.

Publication of the Annual Early Years Sector Profile Report 2020/21
On behalf of the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Pobal has published the 2020/21 Annual Early Years Sector Profile Report, providing the latest overview of the Early Learning and Care (ELC) and School-Age Childcare (SAC) sector.
Funding for Parent and Toddler Groups
The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCECIY) has announced funding of €325,000, which will be allocated to Parent and Toddler Groups nationwide through local City/County Childcare Committees (CCCs). From today, Friday, 13 May, Parent and Toddler Groups can make an application for funding under this Initiative through their local CCC.
Registration is now open for our second research webinar of 2022!
We are delighted to announce that you can now register for our free webinar: No researchers in white coats: Developing professional learning through educator enquiry in early years settings.
AXA Parks Fund – New environmental grants programme
AXA Parks Fund is a new €1m environmental grants programme, supporting local community projects that demonstrate a real commitment to improved outcomes for the environment and communities’ wellbeing. Non-profit pre-schools are eligible to apply for between €3,000 and €20,000 to develop and enhance a green space in their local area.

The European Care Strategy
The European Commission has announced its plans to develop a European Care Strategy. The strategy will strengthen early childhood education and care and long term care as envisaged under the European Pillar of Social Rights.
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Early Childhood Ireland is the leading organisation in the sector, working to ensure quality experiences for children in Early Learning and Care and School Age Childcare settings.
If you wish to become a member of Early Childhood Ireland please click below.