Latest News
Read the latest news and updates from Sligo County Childcare Committee below.
AIM Level 1 Applications for 2026/27 for existing graduates will open on the Early Years Hive in the coming weeks
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...
Hot Weather Guidance
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...
ECCE Calendar 2026/2027 Update – Important Information
Dear Service Provider, We would like to advise service providers of a change to the 2026/2027 ECCE Calendar to give greater flexibility to ELC providers to facilitate their obligations under the terms of their ECCE funding agreements i.e. to provide 38 payable...
My Little Library 2026
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...
Early Years Snapshot – June 15th
Programme Readiness Training Recap
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...
National Play Day 2026
Join us on the 4th of July for a fantastic morning or free entertainment.
AIM level 5 Transfer of Ownership process for the 2025 programme call remains open
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 Foley welcomes new review highlighting the social benefits of funding for Parent and Toddler Groups
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...