Childcare News

Dear Service Provider, In recent programme readiness training, a high-level overview of new co-payment functionality was presented. We’d like to share with you a further update of the upcoming change, in advance of training scheduled before the new functionality goes...

Dear Service Provider, AIM Level 1 applications for existing graduates will open on the Early Years Hive in the coming weeks. Please monitor the announcement section on the Hive for any further updates regarding AIM Level 1. Regards, The Early Years...

There are two helpful guides to support early years services keep children and staff safe and comfortable both indoors and outdoors during the warmer summer months. The Tusla Early Years Inspectorate guide provides helpful recommendations for each season and is...

Minister Foley has announced the launch of My Little Library 2026. The book bags for every child finishing pre-school and starting primary school in September are being delivered to libraries. Please find attached invitations in English and Irish, QR codes to send to...

Dear Service Provider, Thank you to all who attended our recent Programme Readiness 2026 training sessions. For those who may have missed the training sessions, you can watch the recorded webinar and view the training slides and a document with answers to the...

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Dear Service Provider, We wish to advise that the Transfer of Ownership process for the 2025 programme call remains open. All services with AIM Level 5 equipment supporting children who are expected to complete their ECCE eligibility at the end of the 2025 programme...

Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley today welcomed the publication of a new review which highlights the benefits of Government funding for parent and toddler groups. The Parent and Toddler Group grants support weekly meet-ups for hundreds of...