**PARENTS** NCS : TYPES OF SUBSIDY
There are two types of subsidies available under the National Childcare Scheme:
UNIVERSAL and INCOME ASSESSED Subsidies.
For more information click into the Link : https://www.ncs.gov.ie/en/types-of-subsidy/
A new Healthy Ireland Smart Start (HISS) Birth – 3 Years Programme has been developed by HSE Health and Wellbeing and the National Childhood Network (NCN), supported by DCEDIY.
Healthy Ireland Smart Start Birth – 3 Years Programme
A new Healthy Ireland Smart Start (HISS) Birth – 3 Years Programme has been developed by HSE Health and Wellbeing and the National Childhood Network (NCN), supported by DCEDIY.
National Childhood Network are delighted to invite Crèche providers across Ireland to nominate Baby and Toddler Educators to take part in this new programme.
Programme content
Health Promotion
Nurturing Emotional Wellbeing
Physical Activity
Nutrition
Oral Health
The programme is of 11 hours duration and will be delivered via Zoom over a six-week period.
Participating services will receive a comprehensive resource pack for their setting. Services working to fully implement the programme and achieve the Healthy Ireland Award in the future will have free access to a dedicated Help Desk at NCN. Participants in the training programme will also receive their own CPD certificate upon completion of the training and return of their training evaluations which are so important to NCN and the HSE so we know what participants like about the programme and what might make it better.
Participating services need to agree the following criteria:
• educators attend the full 11 hours of training
• share information resources and learning from the programme with colleagues
• share programme information with parents
Delivery of the Birth – 3 Years programme will begin week commencing 14th February 2022.
Delivery of the programme is heavily subsidised by the HSE. The cost to service providers is €50 which allows two staff members to avail of the training
Click in below to register
NCS-Did you know the CHILDCARE SUBSIDY CALCULATOR can help you estimate how much you may be eligible for before you apply
Did you know the CHILDCARE SUBSIDY CALCULATOR can help you estimate how much you may be eligible for before you apply? (No Data is retained – No Names – No PPSN’s)
Click on the link to try it for yourself :
To Apply for the NCS you need a Verified MyGov id
PARENTS : You need a verified MyGov id to start your application Online by clicking on the link https: NCS How to Apply
Or To make a paper application, please contact the NCS Parent Support Centre on 01 906 8530.
**PARENTS are you aware of The National Childcare Scheme (NCS) ?
The NCS is a scheme that provides financial support to help meet the costs of childcare?
Watch the quick 2 minute introduction video to learn more
Reminder-Friday the 11th of February is the closing date for new registrations for package one of LINC+
Reminder that this Friday the 11th of February is the closing date for new registrations for package one of LINC+, Communities of Practice in Early Learning and Care.
Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC providers– 1800 940341
A reminder of the Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC providers– 1800 940341 is available from 10am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 4pm at the weekend.
