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Garda vetting update 24 May 2022
Apply for re-vetting now to avoid the September rush. Under re-registration, Tusla will be looking for evidence of your vetting. If it has been three years since you or your staff last applied for Garda Vetting, you need to apply for re-vetting.
Early Childhood Ireland launches Strategic Plan 2021 – 2026
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.
Register for our second research webinar of 2022!
Have you booked for our next exciting webinar yet? Registration is now open for our second research webinar of 2022! You can book here.
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.
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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.
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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.
