There are two types of subsidies available under the National Childcare Scheme:
Universal Subsidies are available to all families with children under 3 years old. They are also available to families with children over 3 years who have not yet qualified for the free preschool programme (ECCE). This subsidy is not means tested and provides 50c per hour towards the cost of a registered childcare place for a maximum of 40 hours per week.
Income Assessed Subsidies are available to families with children aged between 24 weeks and 15 years. This subsidy is means tested and will be calculated based on your individual circumstances. Your rate will vary depending on your level of family income, your child’s age and educational stage, and the number of children in your family.
To see what you might be eligible for you can use the Childcare Subsidy Calculator.
When and if the time comes to handing your child over to a stranger, you need to be fully informed of the different types of childcare services. This can be a daunting task for any parent and the type of childcare that you need will depend on your needs, your child’s needs and the type of childcare that you prefer. There are a number of options when it comes to childcare. Services can be Community or privately run, centre based in a childcare facility or home based in your or the carers home.
A full list of Childcare Services in Co. Cavan is available here or from contacting Cavan CCC at admin@cavanccc.ie
If you require any more information on a service please do not hesitate to contact us on 049 4365856 or email admin@cavanccc.ie
First 5 is a whole-of-Government strategy to improve the lives of babies, young children and their families.
It is a ten-year plan to help make sure all children have positive early experiences and get a great start in life.