The Early Years Service Profile 2017/2018

The Early Years Service Profile 2017/2018

The annual survey of early years services is now live on PIP. This is one of the main sources of information on the sector. It helps agencies and the Government to identify issues and is used to inform policy and planning.            ...
Launch of the AIM application process for September 2018 pre-school year

Distribution of AIM Inclusive Play Packs

PIP Announcement: AIM resource packs that will be delivered to ECCE pre-school settings from Monday next, 9th April 2018.                                          ...
Independent Review of Costs – Online Survey

Independent Review of Costs – Online Survey

Childcare providers are being urged to participate in an online survey as part of the Independent Review of Costs of Providing Quality Childcare. This Independent Review – which was announced by Minister Zappone last autumn – is a Programme for Government...
Inclusive Play Packs

Inclusive Play Packs

‘Inclusive Play’ helps make pre-school accessible to all Over €3 million investment boosting resources to over 6,000 pre-school rooms Statement by Minister Katherine Zappone More than 6,000 ‘Inclusive Play’ packs are being distributed free to...
​Pip Announcements: Better Start Update

​Pip Announcements: Better Start Update

Just as an update we are starting to roll out Hanen Teacher Talk training again in April, May, and June partnering with Teacher Education Centres around the country. Initial invitations for first round have been sent to settings with children receiving AIM support in...
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