Wicklow County Childcare

Wicklow County Childcare Supporting childcare providers, childminders and parents in the Wicklow area. Wicklow.

WCCC was formed in 2001 and is funded by the Department of Children, Disability and Equality (DCDE) to improve the quality of childcare in Co. To advance and support the provision of childcare facilities on a local level, City and County Childcare Committees (CCCs) were established in 2001. Funded by the DCEDIY, 30 of these organisations operate across Ireland and over the last 15 years have been

at the centre of all state developments and initiatives aimed at supporting the early years sector. In addition to supporting the administration of all Government funding programmes for childcare, City and County Childcare Committees act as the local ‘one stop shop’ for early childhood services, childminders and parents looking for support with quality development, HR, governance, financial sustainability and continuing professional development. Collectively, City and County Childcare Committees have a national reach into all 4,300 early childhood services across Ireland.

24/04/2026

Exam time can feel overwhelming — for young people and the adults supporting them. That’s why we’re hosting two FREE online webinars with Bree O’Neill, National Childline Digital Coordinator.

You’ll learn:
🌟 What anxiety looks like
🌟 How to support your child
🌟 Practical tools for exam stress
🌟 Digital wellbeing supports

📅 Apr 28 — Parents and Carers
📅 Apr 29 — Children and Teens

💛 Register now at https://www.ispcc.ie/webinars/

Reminder - applications for the academic year 2026/2027 opened on 10th March 2026 will close on 1st May 2026 at 5 pm.The...
24/04/2026

Reminder - applications for the academic year 2026/2027 opened on 10th March 2026 will close on 1st May 2026 at 5 pm.

The Nurturing Skills Learner Fund (NSLF) is co-funded by the European Union through the European Social Fund+ and by the Government Ireland through the Employment, Inclusion, Skills and Training programme (EIST) 2021-27.

NSLF aims to assist early year’s educators to pursue early learning and care (ELC) qualifications at level 7 and level 8 that have been approved by the Qualifications Advisory Board (QAB) while continuing to work in the sector.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted via the NSLF student portal.

You can obtain a link to register on the NSLF student portal by sending a request to NSLF@pobal.ie.

If you have any questions, please contact the NSLF team at NSLF@Pobal.ie

24/04/2026

LINC Programme Consortium

24/04/2026
The Nurturing Skills website outlines the qualifications required to work with children as an early years educator, scho...
24/04/2026

The Nurturing Skills website outlines the qualifications required to work with children as an early years educator, school-age childcare practitioner or childminder. Explore the qualification pathways and learn how to take the next step in your professional journey.

https://www.nurturingskills.ie/career-development/

24/04/2026

🌟 Get Ready for Childhood Services Week 2026! 🌟

This year’s theme, “Sustain the Spark” 🔥, celebrates the importance of keeping the creative light on for every child.

To celebrate, NCN is hosting a series of FREE CPD webinars 💻📚 to support educators in their continuing professional development in the lead-up to this special week.

Please see the list of available webinars below.

📝 Book your place here: https://ncn.ie/events/

24/04/2026

There are many benefits of applying for the 2026/27 LINC Programme!

Here are four key reasons why this programme could have a positive impact on both your professional development and your early learning and care setting.

Applications close Tuesday, May 12th 2026 at 2pm.

If you have already submitted an application and have not received a confirmation email, please contact us at linc@mic.ul.ie to ensure your application has been received.

📌 Apply now: https://lincprogramme.ie/apply-now

23/04/2026

Tá sé éasca iarratas a dhéanamh ar an Scéim Náisiúnta Chúram Leanaí (SCNL).
Is féidir leat iarratas a dhéanamh ar an bhfóirdheontas ar líne trí MyGovID fíoraithe a úsáid: www.ncs.gov.ie. De rogha air sin, is féidir leat teagmháil a dhéanamh leis an Ionad Tacaíochta do Thuismitheoirí ar 01 906 8530 chun iarratas poist a iarraidh.
Tosaigh ag laghdú do chostais chúram leanaí inniu!

23/04/2026

Applying for the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) is easier than you might think!
Apply online at www.ncs.gov.ie using a verified MyGovID. If you’re applying for a Universal award, you could even receive your CHICK on the same day! Or, if you would like to apply by post, please call the Parent Support Centre on 01 906 8530 to request an application.
Start saving on your childcare costs today!

23/04/2026

Are you a parent/guardian of a child aged 1-6? This upcoming course might be ideal for you. The Parents Plus Early Years Programme is a practical, evidence-based 6-week course for parents of children aged 1 to 6. It promotes positive relationships, child development, and reduces stress. Get in touch to reserve your place.

Address

Suite 5, Block 6, Broomhall Business Park
Rathnew
A67AH39

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+35340464455

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WCCC was formed in 2001 and is funded by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA) to improve the quality of childcare in Co. Wicklow. To advance and support the provision of childcare facilities on a local level, City and County Childcare Committees (CCCs) were established in 2001. Funded by the DCYA, 30 of these organisations operate across Ireland and over the last 15 years have been at the centre of all state developments and initiatives aimed at supporting the early years sector. In addition to supporting the administration of all Government funding programmes for childcare, City and County Childcare Committees act as the local ‘one stop shop’ for early childhood services, childminders and parents looking for support with quality development, HR, governance, financial sustainability and continuing professional development. Collectively, City and County Childcare Committees have a national reach into all 4,300 early childhood services across Ireland.