National Action Plan for Childminding 2021-2028

The National Action Plan for Childminding is a pathway that sets out steps towards regulation, support and subsidies, for all paid, non-relative childminders.

The aim of the Action Plan is to provide greater recognition for childminding and to support childminders in their work of providing high quality early learning and care and school age childcare, thus supporting child development and learning outcomes and helping families.

To access the National Action Plan for Childminding along with information guides for childminders and parents, go to: