The latest events, training, workshops and news.
Press release issued by the Department of Children, Disability and Equality in which Minister Norma Foley announced important changes to the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) which will provide increased childcare subsidies for up to 47,000 children.
The documentary is a wonderful opportunity to highlight the important work that takes place every day and the difference it makes in the lives of children and families.
Announced the publication of the 2025 progress report for First 5, the whole of government strategy for babies, young children and their families.
‘Let’s Talk Childminding’, a public consultation on the review of the new childminding regulations.
Minister Norma Foley announced details of maximum fee caps alongside over €480 million for Core Funding Year 5.
The book bags for every child finishing pre-school and starting primary school in September are being delivered to libraries.
This work aims to identify CPD training currently available across the Early Learning and Care (ELC), School-Age Childcare (SAC) and Childminding sector.
Survey closing date: 29 May 2026.
Minister Foley announces new €10 million capital scheme for early learning and childcare services.
Contact:
Clare County Childcare Committee,
1 Kilrush Road,
Clonroad Beg,
Ennis, County Clare, Ireland
V95CXP1
Phone: 065 6864862
Email: info@clarechildcare.ie
Opening Times:
Monday - Thursday 9-5pm
Friday 9-4pm
(Lunch 1-2pm)
Company Registered Number: 349550
Registered Charity Number: 20050641, The Clare County Childcare Committee Company Limited by Guarantee.
National Website:
Please click here to view the National Website for Early Learning and Childcare.
