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Read the latest news and updates from Sligo County Childcare Committee below.
NCS subsidy increase from 2 September 2024
From 2 September 2024, the minimum rate for the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) subsidies will increase from €1.40 to €2.14. The increase, which was introduced by Minister Roderic O’Gorman as part of Budget 2024 measures, means that if parents are in receipt of a...
Measles – mychild.ie
Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can spread easily through coughing and sneezing. It is characterized by symptoms such as high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive rash that typically starts on the face and spreads to the rest of...
Minister O’Gorman launches public consultation on new childminding regulations
“The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman has announced the launch of a public consultation on new regulations governing the childminding sector. This step marks a key moment in efforts to improve and enhance the quality...
Creating Tomorrows Childcare Leaders……..Today!
The provision of quality Childcare starts with good business practices. LEO Sligo and Sligo County Childcare Committee are delighted to offer a collaborative seminar aimed at owners and managers of childcare facilities in Co. Sligo. Together with input from keynote...
NCS change in ending claims with FAQ
Dear Service Provider , NCS change in ending claims with FAQ As of 17/02/2024 there is going to be a significant change to HIVE. Now, when parents end the award (CHICK) it will make the current claim invalid and service providers will have to end the claim before...
Publication of Regulatory Notice on the Use of Water Beads in Early Years Services
Please see details of Tusla's Publication of Regulatory Notice on the Use of Water Beads in Early Years Services You can access the document on the regulatory notices page at the following link: https://www.tusla.ie/.../early-years.../regulatory-notices/
Creating Tomorrows Childcare Leaders……..Today!
The provision of quality Childcare starts with good business practices. LEO Sligo and Sligo County Childcare Committee are delighted to offer a collaborative seminar aimed at owners and managers of childcare facilities in Co. Sligo. Together with input from keynote...
Notice for services located in schools re closure day due to referendums on 8 March
Dear Service Provider, Please note that Early Learning and Care/School Age Childcare Providers located within a school premises or on the school grounds, and where the school is used as a polling station for elections/referendums on a day which the ELC/SAC service is...
Access to Better Start training through Continuous Professional Development
Dear Service Provider, Access to Better Start training through Continuous Professional Development Each member of staff must have their own active directory account to take part in training. When staff self-enroll for training through the LMS365 course catalogue...