Childminding Development Grant 2021 Open from Today 14th June 2021

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We are pleased to inform you that applications for the Childminder Development Grant 2021 opens today Monday 14th June.
The Childminder Development Grant is designed to assist Childminders, already providing a childminding service in their own homes, to enhance safety/quality in the service through the purchase of small capital items, equipment, toys or minor adaptation costs. The maximum grant available is €1,000.

Please find attached the CMDG Application form and Guidelines.

CMDG Application Form and Guidelines 2021 pdf version

CMDG Application Form 2021

Please read carefully and ensure all required documents are submitted. Similar to last year, the 2021 application process will be administered centrally by Meath County Childcare Committee. Completed application forms should be emailed to Meath County Childcare Committee at informationofficer@mccc.ie by close of business 16 July 2021.

Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC

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A reminder of the Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341 available from 10am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 4pm at the weekend

DCEDIY-Launch of re-designed Access and Inclusion Model (AIM) website

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The DCEDIY are delighted to launch the re-designed Access and Inclusion Model (AIM) website. See for yourself at aim.gov.ie/relaunch
The new website was designed with accessibility in mind, with feedback from parents, providers, agencies and other departments.
The website gives parents and pre-school providers information on the AIM programme, supports offered, and how to apply.
The goal of AIM is to create a more inclusive pre-school environment so all children, regardless of ability, can benefit from quality early learning & care.

Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341

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A reminder of the Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341 available from 10am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 4pm at the weekend and Bank Holiday Monday.

Let’s Play Ireland 2021- #SummerOfPlay

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Let’s Play Ireland, is an annual government-led campaign designed to remind everyone, young and old, of the fundamental importance of play.
Find lots of ideas on how to make this Summer a #SummerOfPlay at : Gov.ie/Summerofplay 21

LINC Team outdoor experiences poster.

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In support of the Government’s Summer of Play initiative the LINC Team has put together this outdoor experiences poster.
Free to download here: Linc Poster
#outdoorplay #Summer2021 #earlyyears

Press Release Minister O’Gorman marks Global Day of Parents with the launch of a new parenting e-learning course and a range of reports on parenting in Ireland

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Minister O’Gorman marks Global Day of Parents with the launch of a new parenting e-learning course and a range of reports on parenting in Ireland
Press Release DCEDIY 01/06/2021