National Childminding Week – 19th-23rd October 2026

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National Childminding Week 2026 will be held from the 19th to 23rd October, to celebrate the important role Childminders play in the lives of children, families and communities right across Ireland.

For so many families, Childminders are a trusted partner, offering a welcoming home from home environment where children can learn through play, build confidence and develop meaningful relationships.

National Childminding Week aims to raise awareness of childminding, recognise your professionalism and commitment, and encourage greater understanding of the unique benefits that childminding offers.

Throughout the week, a range of local events and activities will take place nationwide. These events will provide opportunities for childminders to connect with one another, share experiences, learn about available supports and celebrate the positive impact they have on the lives of the families they support. Visit Lets Talk Child Minding for further information.

National Childminding Week – Webinar Schedule:

SongTales in Whistleberry Forest
Date: Monday 19th October 2026
Time: 10:30am-11:10am
Registration Link: SongTales in Whistleberry Forest

Helping Childminders introduce Irish to young children (Interactive Rhyme’s and Puppet)
Date : Tuesday 20th October 2026
Time: 10:30am-11:00am
Registration Link: Helping Childminders introduce Irish to young children (Interactive Rhyme’s and Puppet)

Happy Me, Happy Home, Happy Work, Happy Child
Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026
Time: 7pm-8pm
Registration Link: Happy Me, Happy Home, Happy Work, Happy Child

How to communicate so will listen, engage, learn and grow.
Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026
Time: 8pm-9pm
Registration Link: How to communicate so children will listen, engage, learn and grow.

A mixture of Ciorcal Ceoil, Sculpting Sounds and Song Explorer.
Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Registration Link: A mixture of Ciorcal Ceoil, Sculpting Sounds and Song Explorer.

A mixture of Ciorcal Ceoil, Sculpting Sounds and Song Explorer.
Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
Time: 3:45pm-4:45pm
Registration Link: A mixture of Ciorcal Ceoil, Sculpting Sounds and Song Explorer.

Sharing Stories and Building Reading Relationships: Inspiration and Guidance for Childminders
Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
Time: 7pm – 8pm
Registration Link: Sharing Stories and Building Reading Relationships: Inspiration and Guidance for Childminders

Small Prints – “Little Books, Big Stories”
Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Time: 7pm – 8pm
Registration Link: Small Prints