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.

09/02/2026
NCS, ECCE & CCSP Saver Programme February mid-term maintenanceAs the February mid-term approaches, it may be necessary t...
06/02/2026

NCS, ECCE & CCSP Saver Programme February mid-term maintenance

As the February mid-term approaches, it may be necessary to make changes to the following on your Early Years Hive.

- NCS Service Calendar & Returns
- NCS Bridging Payments
- ECCE Service Calendar
- CCSP Saver Programme: Amending Sessions (e.g. a child is moving from part-time to full-time)

We advise making any necessary changes as soon as possible to ensure there are no issues when returns are submitted and payments processed.

Link to Hive announcement: https://wccc.ie/ncs-ecce-ccsp-saver-programme-february-mid-term-maintenance/

Parent & Toddler Group Grants deadline for applications is 20th February.See link to guidelines and application form: ht...
06/02/2026

Parent & Toddler Group Grants deadline for applications is 20th February.

See link to guidelines and application form: https://bit.ly/3NEGxq4

06/02/2026

📢 NCN 2026 Training Calendar 📅

This year’s schedule offers a range of professional development opportunities for Birth to Three, Preschool and School Age Childcare Educators.

👉 To book, please visit our online booking facility: https://ncn.ie/events/

06/02/2026

Have a question about the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) and need to get in touch? You can contact the Parent Support Centre on 01 906 8530 from 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri.

You can also find a list of answers to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here: https://www.ncs.gov.ie/en/faqs/

Tusla Quality and Regulatory Framework Updated 30/01/2026The updated Quality and Regulatory Framework aims to continue i...
06/02/2026

Tusla Quality and Regulatory Framework Updated 30/01/2026

The updated Quality and Regulatory Framework aims to continue in the same spirit. The review and revision process showed us that the Framework has stood the test of time in most respects, however as with any revision, some areas were identified as requiring an update. Therefore, this version includes information and updates that have happened in the years since 2018. It signposts the reader to information available on the Tusla Early Years Inspectorate website, including guidance documents, webinars, regulatory notices and other information sources across several practice areas including safe sleep, outdoor provision, vetting processes and so on.

Link to Updated Document: https://bit.ly/4rzXGjx

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05/02/2026

An bhfuil ceist agat faoin Scéim Náisiúnta Cúraim Leanaí (SNCL) agus gá a bheith i dteagmháil? Is féidir leat teagmháil a dhéanamh leis an Ionad Tacaíochta do Thuismitheoirí ar 01 906 8530 ó 9am-5pm, Luan-Aoine.

Is féidir leat liosta freagraí ar ár gCeisteanna Coitianta (CCanna) a fháil anseo freisin: https://www.ncs.gov.ie/ie/faqs/

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.