March 2025

Saturday, 26th April 2025 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM The Always Children First Foundation training raises awareness of Child Protection and Welfare in the Early Years sector. This six-hour session, facilitated by Cavan CCC, helps participants understand safeguarding and reporting concerns. Prerequisite: Participants must complete the Tusla E-Learning Children First Programme (within the last […]

📅 Monday, 7th April 2025 🖥️ Online ⏰ 7.00PM – 8.00PM We are excited to invite all preschool practitioners to an essential webinar on “Stammering in the Preschool Years,” presented by Elizabeth Downey, Senior Speech and Language Therapist with the Chatterbox Service. As early childhood professionals, your role in supporting speech and language development is

Moo Music Session for Childminders, babies and toddlers   

Understanding and Supporting Behaviour in Neurodivergent Children   A 1 day course for childcare practitioners working with neurodiverse children, such as Autism. Ciara Watson, founder of ‘Autism Supports’ 📅 Saturday, 5th April 📍 Cavan Crystal Hotel 💰 €20 per person ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Are you an educator, childcare provider, or professional looking

Critical Incident Briefing for ELC, SAC & Childminding Services 📅 Monday, 28th April 2025 🖥️ Online Training ⏰ 3:00 PM All ELC, SAC, and registered childminding services are required to have a Critical Incident Plan as outlined in the Tusla Quality and Regulatory Framework (QRF) and the National Quality Guidelines for School Age Childcare Services.

Parent & Toddler Group Grants Now Available!   Exciting news! Funding is now available for Parent & Toddler Groups, supporting parents, childminders, grandparents, and guardians. What Can the Grant Cover? Toys, equipment & books for indoor/outdoor fun Children’s refreshments & snacks Cleaning supplies & storage for group materials Training for parents (e.g., paediatric first aid,