Thinking about Childcare

What to think about when looking for a Childcare place

5 tips to consider
Tusla have devised a list of five tips to consider when looking for and choosing a childcare service:
https://www.tusla.ie/services/preschool-services/tips-for-parents/#choosing

Guide for parents – pre-school

Please click on the link below to the guide for parents which outlines what you need to think about when looking for a pre-school place:

https://www.npc.ie/images/uploads/downloads/Finding_a_preschool_place_4PP.pdf

Guide for parents – childminders

Please click on the link below for the guide on choosing a childminder:

https://www.kerrycountychildcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Choosing-a-Childminder-Web_.pdf

Find an Inspection Report for the service

Tusla Inspections

Please click on the link below to find inspection reports carried out by Tusla:
https://www.tusla.ie/services/preschool-services/creche-inspection-reports/

Department of Education Inspections

Please click on the link below to find inspection reports carried out by the Department of Education, be sure to select ‘Clare’ in the dropdown for ‘County’ and ‘Early Years Education’ in the drop down under ‘Sector’:
https://www.gov.ie/en/school-reports

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Dear Parents ...

To all the new parents embarking on this incredible journey, remember that you are not alone. Parenthood can be both exhilarating and challenging.

Seek guidance from trusted sources, lean on your support network, and don't hesitate to ask for help when needed. You've got this—and you're doing an amazing job.

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