The National Childcare Scheme has been open for applications since November 20th 2019. This scheme replaced several existing subsidy schemes – including the Community Childcare Subvention Programme(CCS / CCSP ) and the Childcare Education and Training Support Programme (TEC). Originally announced as part of Budget 2017 – a new “Affordable Childcare Scheme” was proposed to […]
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All the schools have closed for the foreseeable future, but children still need to be educated and entertained. We have rounded up a few tips on the best ways to go about coping with home learning . Try to stick to a routine and even a timetable. It makes home learning easier and helps the […]
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The planned roll out of a new “Single Affordable Childcare Scheme” has been delayed while a new computer system and website is put in place. As an interim measure the government made changes to the existing childcare subsidies from September 2017. These changes should mean increases for most families. The existing childcare supports are provided […]
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Free Pre-School extended in Budget 2016 From September 2016 the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) scheme will be extended . The changes mean that children will be able to start pre-school at age three, and to remain in pre-school until they start primary school. (or reach 5 years 6 months) . Currently, children between […]
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The main points of the 2011 Budget announced on December 7th This will be updated as details are announced.. No State Pension Cuts (It will be frozen in 2011) Average 4% Reduction in All Welfare benefits – see 2011 Rates Here €10 Euro in Child Benefit for 1st and 2nd Child. €20 Cut in Child […]
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