Latest News
Read the latest news and updates from Sligo County Childcare Committee below.
2024 – Parent and Toddler Group Applications open
***Attention Parent and Toddler Groups*** The Parent and Toddler Group Grants 2024 are now open. Please email sligochildcare@gmail.com for your application. Both new and current Toddler Groups may apply. The deadline is April 24, 2024.
A notice about timeframes for new applications and change in circumstances applications – 2024
We would like to draw you attention to an important notice that we have published on our website relating to timeframes for new applications and change in circumstances applications. You can find the notice on the main Early Years Inspectorate webpage Or you...
Building Blocks – Expansion Grant
Dear Service Provider, Building Blocks - Expansion Grant Scheme applications opened on the 22 February 2024. We would like to remind applicants that the closing date for submitting applications for the Building Blocks - Expansion Grant Scheme is 3 April 2024. There...
Public consultation on the draft childminding regulation
We want to hear from childminders! The public consultation on the draft childminding regulations is open until the 2nd of May and your feedback will play a significant role in shaping the regulation. To voice your opinion visit...
Draft Childminding Regulations focus group
Sligo County Childcare Committee are hosting a focus group for Childminders on the new draft childminding regulations. This is a good opportunity for childminders to have their views on the new regulations represented. Booking is required, please call us on 071...
Sligo Springboard Family Support Service
We are recruiting for our AM ELC room, this is a part time permanent contract. The suitable candidate can request the weeks and hours that suit their needs
Building Blocks Grant Demonstration
National Childcare Scheme
Did you know over 3,700 early learning and childcare services offer the National Childcare Scheme (NCS)? Head over to our website and use our Childcare Search at: www.ncs.gov.ie/en/childcare-search to discover a list of participating services near you! Our FAQs at:...
Building Block Expansion Grant Announcement
Dear Service Providers, Building Block Expansion Grant Announcement As was confirmed last Friday, applications for the Building Blocks Expansion Grant Scheme are now available on the Early Years Hive by navigating to Programmes – Building Blocks Application. We have...