Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Childcare

22/10/2026

There are numerous NSAI Webinars taking place to celebrate Science Week 2026. Webinar Title: Science Week 2026 Webinar An introduction to STEM […]

22/10/2026

21/10/2026

As its National Childminding Week and we are celebrating all things childminding, we asked what childminders & children love the most about their day. Please see below what the children get up to at Lorraine's house ❤️

If you would like information about becoming a childminder then please email [email protected] or call 01289 6600

If you are searching for a childminder then please see this linkhttps://www.tusla.ie/uploads/content/Childminding_External_Register.pdf

21/10/2026

National Childminding Week

Last night we had a lovely event for childminders facilitated by reflexology Ireland, Hilery provided an evening of calm and relaxation with some hand reflexology, meditation and lots of cake.

Thank you to the childminders who took the time to come along. We look forward to doing it again soon.

21/10/2026

**Reminder** AIM Level 1**

AIM Level 1 is an annual application for services with new and existing graduates of the LINC programme. All applicants are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Applications received by 5pm on Thursday 22 October 2026 will be awarded the additional capitation from the Inclusion Co-ordinator’s employment start date relevant to the 2026/2027 programme year. Any applications received after this date will not be backdated.

Applications must be submitted electronically via the Early Years Hive. Applicant guidelines can be found on the Hive.

Should you have any queries in relation to the AIM Level 1 application process please contact the Early Years Provider Centre by raising a Request on the Hive using the following categories:



Programme: AIM Level 1

Request type: Application

Request type detail: How To

21/10/2026

Staying home today because of the wind and rain and looking for something to do?.

Here are todays webinars for National Childminding Week. The webinars are fun and interactive and suitable for all children and childminders to take part.

Sign up at www.letstalkchildminding.ie

Join our webinars TODAY, for more information and to book your place go to: https://www.letstalkchildminding.ie/

20/10/2026

As its National Childminding Week and we are celebrating childminders we asked what childminders love the most about their job. Please see below what Yaiza loves ❤️

If you would like information about becoming a childminder then please email [email protected] or call 01289 6600

If you are searching for a childminder then please see this linkhttps://www.tusla.ie/uploads/content/Childminding_External_Register.pdf

20/10/2026

**NCS Refresher Reminder**

You are invited to attend an NCS Refresher Training. The sessions will be held on 21 and 22 October 2026.

In this training session we will cover the following:

Introduction to the National Childcare Scheme (NCS)
NCS 2026: Updates & Changes
NCS Claims
Returns & Payments
Attendance: Records & Rules
Sponsor Referrals
NCS Service Calendars
Change of Circumstance
Reviews & Appeals
Resources


Training Webinar Registration Links:

NCS Refresher Session 1: 21 October, 2:30 pm
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NCS Refresher Session 2: 22 October, 10:30 am
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NCS Refresher Session 3: 22 October, 6 :30 pm
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We kindly ask that questions asked on the day are kept to the topic being covered.

Regards,
The Early Years Team

20/10/2026

Join our childminding webinars this evening, for more information and to book your place go to https://www.letstalkchildminding.ie/