Meeting for Managers and Co-ordinators of Community Childcare Services. We would appreciate if you could confirm your attendance at this meeting via phone: 056-7752865 or email: [email protected]
The Children First Act, 2015 came into full effect on 11th December 2017. The Act includes provisions to introduce mandatory reporting of child abuse and places a legal obligation on organisations providing services to children to prepare and publish a Child Safeguarding Statement. Services are required to publish their Child Safeguarding Statement by 11th March […]
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
Improving the Skill of Reading Aloud and Changing Story Time Forever. This highly acclaimed workshop explores the importance of reading aloud and how to do it well. This workshop, for Primary School Teachers, Early Childhood Practitioners and Adults working with young children, will: Explore read aloud techniques, Book sharing activities, Show how props can be […]
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee are delighted to host a Tutor from the LINC Programme at an information session on Thursday 22 March 2018 at 6:30pm in the Kilkenny Education Centre, Callan Road, Kilkenny. The purpose of the information session is to inform you of the structure of the LINC Programme, the entry requirements and other […]
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
On Thursday 22nd March Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will be hosting a workshop on Outdoor Play and Learning from Sally O'Donnell. Sally O'Donnell is from Donegal, and is a hugely experienced Early Years Educator. She is the owner of Early Learning Schools, which now operate three early years services in Co Donegal, and has recently celebrated […]
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a second round of the Siolta Quality Development Programme which consists of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops (details outlined below). This programme aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and supports you and your team […]
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a second round of the Siolta Quality Development Programme which consists of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops (details outlined below). This programme aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and supports you and your team to effectively use […]
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
Time: 9.30-4.30 Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre There will be a maximum of two places available per service. To book a place on this training please contact Aisling on 056-7752865, or email [email protected].
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
This National Training Programme provides practitioners with an opportunity to explore the concepts of Diversity and Equality within the preschool context and will support participants in the development of an inclusive early years environment for all children.
Participation on this programme is required in order for you to receive your ‘AIM Inclusive Play Pack’ announced by the DCYA earlier this month. ‘AIM Inclusive Play’ is a set of resources to support inclusive practice within pre-school settings. These resources, which include equipment, toys and materials, also support the development of coordination and audio, visual and tactile skills among all children, and in particular, children with a disability.
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a second round of the Siolta Quality Development Programme which consists of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops (details outlined below). This programme aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and supports you and your team […]
Time: 9.30-4.30 Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre There will be a maximum of two places available per service. To book a place on this training please contact Aisling on 056-7752865, or email [email protected]
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will host an AIM Information Session on Wednesday 13th June from 7pm-9pm. The session will give an overview of the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM), which is designed to ensure that children with disabilities can access the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Programme. Its goal is to empower pre-school providers to deliver […]
There will be a Nature Connection Morning for Early Years Practitioners, Teachers and Artists on Saturday 16th June 2018 from 10am to 1.00pm in Woodstock Gardens, Co. Kilkenny. This is a free event and early booking is advised as places are limited. Please note that a €4 carpark fee exists for Woodstock Gardens. For more […]
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a second round of the Siolta Quality Development Programme which consists of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops (details outlined below). This programme aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and supports you and your team […]
*** Heritage Week Event Fully Booked *** Thanks to fantastic interest we are pleased to announce that our Storytelling Event in Ballykeefe Amphitheatre is now Fully Booked and unfortunately we will not be able to accommodate any further families. This year Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will be celebrating Wild Child Day with a Storytelling […]
Time: 9.30-4.30 Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre There will be a maximum of two places available per service. To book a place on this training please contact Aisling on 056-7752865, or email [email protected]
*** Postponement Announcement 25.09.18 *** Hi all, Just a quick post to let you know that we have had to postpone the Out to Play – Move your Mind seminar planned for this Saturday 29th September – we just didn’t get the numbers to make it viable. We will however be looking into running it […]
The Storysack idea was created by Neil Griffiths, a former Primary School Head teacher in the UK and author of many children’s picture books and educational publications. The Storysack award-winning products have received international acclaim and fame, helping to bring stories to life worldwide. Following on from Neil’s very successful visit to Kilkenny last February, […]
** This training has been postponed. To express interest in future dates please contact [email protected] ** This is a two part (Tuesday 23rd October and Tuesday 6th November 2018), pilot project designed for Early Childcare Practitioners and Infant Teachers. It endeavours to help students transition from Pre-School to Primary using the theme of nature. The […]
Time: 9.30-4.30 Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre There will be a maximum of two places available per service. Participants should note that a packed lunch will be required, although Tea & Coffee will be available. To book a place on this training please contact Aisling on 056-7752865, or email [email protected]
** This training has been postponed. To express interest in future dates please contact [email protected] ** This is a two part (Tuesday 23rd October and Tuesday 6th November 2018), pilot project designed for Early Childcare Practitioners and Infant Teachers. It endeavours to help students transition from Pre-School to Primary using the theme of nature. The […]
** FULLY BOOKED ** We are happy to announce that our Seminar 'Here I Am!: The Child's Participation in an emergent Curriculum' on 10th November is now FULLY BOOKED. Should you wish to join our waiting list in the event of any cancellations please contact us on 056-7752865 or email [email protected] Kilkenny […]
Session 1: Saturday 26th January 9:30am – 4:00pm, Sessions 2: Tuesday 29th January 6:30-9:30pm Session 3: Tuesday 5th February 6:30-9:30pm Session 4: Tuesday 12th February 6:30 – 9:30pm Participants must attend all 4 sessions in full to obtain their certificate. A light lunch will be provided during Session 1. Book your place through Eventbrite […]
Session 1: Saturday 26th January 9:30am – 4:00pm, Sessions 2: Tuesday 29th January 6:30-9:30pm Session 3: Tuesday 5th February 6:30-9:30pm Session 4: Tuesday 12th February 6:30 – 9:30pm Participants must attend all 4 sessions in full to obtain their certificate. A light lunch will be provided during Session 1. Book your place through Eventbrite here. […]
Session 1: Saturday 26th January 9:30am – 4:00pm, Sessions 2: Tuesday 29th January 6:30-9:30pm Session 3: Tuesday 5th February 6:30-9:30pm Session 4: Tuesday 12th February 6:30 – 9:30pm Participants must attend all 4 sessions in full to obtain their certificate. A light lunch will be provided during Session 1. Book your place through Eventbrite […]
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will be facilitating an information session on the Early Years Capital Process. Date: Wednesday 6th February Time: 1pm to 2pm Venue: Kilkenny County Childcare Committee Office Book your place through Eventbrite here.
Session 1: Saturday 26th January 9:30am – 4:00pm, Sessions 2: Tuesday 29th January 6:30-9:30pm Session 3: Tuesday 5th February 6:30-9:30pm Session 4: Tuesday 12th February 6:30 – 9:30pm Participants must attend all 4 sessions in full to obtain their certificate. A light lunch will be provided during Session 1. Book your place through Eventbrite here. […]
Local Kilkenny Author, Olivia Goodwillie will introduce course participants to her beautifully illustrated books, Kevin and Kate's Food Adventures, which aim to show young children where food comes from, as well as promoting a love of reading. Through hands on activity, Olivia and Sandra O’ Neill, lecturer in Early Childhood Education in DCU, will […]
Join us for an Aistear Siolta Introductory Training Session. This introductory session aims to increase understanding of and familiarity with Siolta, Aistear, and the Aistear Siolta Practice Guide. It is aimed at those who are new to the Siolta and Aistear frameworks and will support practitioners to consider how to apply these frameworks in practice. […]
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will be facilitating an information session on POBAL Compliance and Early Years Capital Process. This session will provide information in relation to POBAL Compliance requirements for ECCE, CCS(P) and TEC programmes. We will also provide support in relation to the Early Years Capital 2019 application process. Date: Wednesday 20th February Time: […]
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee will be facilitating an information session on POBAL Compliance and Early Years Capital Process. This session will provide information in relation to POBAL Compliance requirements for ECCE, CCS(P) and TEC programmes. We will also provide support in relation to the Early Years Capital 2019 application process. Date: Tuesday 26th February Time: […]
In advance of the opening of applications for the LINC course this March, a tutor from the Leadership for INClusion in the Early Years programme will be hosting an information session in association with Kilkenny County Childcare Committee. This information session will take place in the Kilkenny Education Centre, Callan Road, Wetland, Kilkenny on the 5th […]
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a Síolta Quality Development Programme which will consist of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops. This course aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, but also to see you begin to use the framework to develop and […]
Over the coming months KKCCC will run a Síolta Quality Development Programme which will consist of a series of 4 Síolta training workshops. This course aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, but also to see you begin to use the framework to develop and […]
This two-part project is designed for Early Childhood Practitioners & Primary School Teachers. Participating teachers will renew their own enthusiasm for conserving Kilkenny's biodiversity. They will be equipped with the confidence and resources to awaken childrens’ curiosity about the rich natural heritage all around them, as all are encouraged to become citizen scientists. A resource […]
NCS Training Phase 1 - These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
NCS Training Phase 1 - These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
NCS Training Phase 1 - These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
This two-part project is designed for Early Childhood Practitioners & Primary School Teachers. Participating teachers will renew their own enthusiasm for conserving Kilkenny’s biodiversity. They will be equipped with the confidence and resources to awaken childrens’ curiosity about the rich natural heritage all around them, as all are encouraged to become citizen scientists. A resource […]
NCS Training Phase 1 - These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
Time: 9.30-4.30 Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre There will be a maximum of two places available per service. Participants should note that a packed lunch will be required, although Tea & Coffee will be available. To book a place on this training please visit our Eventbrite Booking Page. Please note: preference may be given to […]
NCS Training Phase 1 - These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
KKCCC will run a Síolta Quality Development Programme which will consist of a series of Síolta training workshops. This course aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, but also to see you begin to use the framework to develop and maintain high quality practice […]
NCS Training Phase 1 – These sessions will cover the rules of the scheme and their practical application, as well as compliance requirements for Providers who choose to participate. Booking is available here through Eventbrite.
On the 18th February 2019, the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) (Registration of School Age Services) Regulations 2018 came into effect. Services who cater for school age children (including childminders) must now register with Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. This information session will provide services with an overview of the School Age […]
KCCC will run a Síolta Quality Development Programme which will consist of a series of Síolta training workshops. This course aims to support you in becoming more familiar with Síolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, but also to see you begin to use the framework to develop and maintain high quality practice […]
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee is delighted to announce that it will host a Fire Safety Awareness Seminar for Early Learning and Care & School Age Childcare Providers and Practitioners in conjunction with representatives from the Kilkenny Fire and Rescue Service. This seminar will support your service with an opportunity to hear from experts in the area […]
Phase 2 Training Sessions: Using the System. These sessions will provide practical training on the use of the National Childcare Scheme’s IT system, covering both the service provider portal and the parent application process. To book please use the eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/national-childcare-scheme-training-phase-2-kilkenny-tickets-66224349813
Phase 2 Training Sessions: Using the System. These sessions will provide practical training on the use of the National Childcare Scheme’s IT system, covering both the service provider portal and the parent application process. To book please use the eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/national-childcare-scheme-training-phase-2-kilkenny-tickets-66224488227
Phase 2 Training Sessions: Using the System. These sessions will provide practical training on the use of the National Childcare Scheme’s IT system, covering both the service provider portal and the parent application process. To book please use the eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/national-childcare-scheme-training-phase-2-kilkenny-tickets-66224602569
