Kildare County Childcare Committee

16/08/2025

********** JOBS BOARD ***********
🟢Attention all Childcare and Education Professionals, check new vacancies across Kildare! https://www.kccc.ie/News/ID/1647
🍃Service Providers, do you wish to advertise your vacancy? Please fill in this form to have your vacancy advertised for free: https://forms.gle/ufHwwYTn8UxokCZh6

16/08/2025

Are you interested in joining the childcare and education sector? Here's what you need to know to get you started:
https://whatischildminding.my.canva.site/copy-of-working-in-childcare-in-ireland-website

15/08/2025

Upcoming changes to the Garda Vetting - July 2025

As part of EU Directive 2011/93, EU countries are now required to carry out enhanced police checks for sexual offences when processing vetting applications. These changes are being rolled out across the EU. As and from 7 July 2025 all Garda Vetting applications must satisfy the terms of this Directive.

What’s changing: Currently, the Garda National Vetting Bureau’s processing times are 8 to 10 working days. If an applicant has lived
outside of the Republic of Ireland/Northern Ireland in an EU country or the UK, their Garda Vetting application will now take longer. • Up to 10 additional working days for EU countries • Up to 20 additional working days for the UK. These changes aim to enhance the efficiency and strength of Child Safeguarding procedures. Police Clearance Certificates are still required.
More info & FAQs can be found here: https://whatischildminding.my.canva.site/information-for-educators

15/08/2025

This August the RSA’s Check it Fits service will be visiting County Wexford at the below locations from 10am - 5:30pm.
Did you know it’s the law that all children under 150cms or 36kgs must use a child car seat appropriate to their weight and height.
The Check it Fits service is quick, it’s easy, it’s free & it aims to put parent’s/guardian’s minds at ease that their child’s car seat is safely and securely fitted in their car.
On the day the experts will advise on:
✅ how to fix any problem
✅ demonstrate how to fit the restraint correctly
✅ answer any queries participants might have
🌐 For more information on the service visit www.checkitfits.ie

https://www.rsa.ie/road-safety/road-users/passengers/children/check-it-fits

15/08/2025

Are you interested in setting up a parent & baby/toddler group? Parent & Baby / Toddler Groups are informal, community groups that offer opportunities for play, learning and social interaction for infants and toddlers from birth -3 years.
For information and supports, contact Amy on 045861307 or email devworker@kildarechildcare.ie

14/08/2025

KCCC are excited to announce the outstanding lineup to the Inclusion in the Early Years Settings Conference on October 4th at the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge.
Join Ireland’s leading voices in early childhood education to inspire inclusive, evidence-based practice. With experts like Prof. Iram Siraj and Dr. Mary Daly, attendees will gain vital insights into the updated Aistear Framework, child development research, and practical supports for diverse learning needs. This is a rare opportunity to connect, reflect, and renew your commitment to inclusive, high-quality early years education—empowering every child to thrive from the very start.
This event offers opportunities to is of interest to childcare providers, early years professionals, childminders, parents and guardians. Places are limited and attendance confirmation will be required.
Book your spot here: https://forms.gle/oSNE1HEMdEcjizUKA

14/08/2025

14/08/2025

There are currently a limited number of places available on upcoming training for August and September 2025.

https://www.betterstart.ie/training-events/lamh-module-one-places-now-available-for-august-and-september-2025/

This course is for staff members and professionals who have started to work in an environment where Lámh is used and covers 100 Lámh signs and how to support a Lámh user.
The training is delivered in a blended approach combining Moodle (approx. 3hours) and a practical signing session online (approx. 3.5hours).
The e-learning material on Moodle must be completed before coming to the signing session.
Sessions available for Lámh Module One – Practical Signing Session – Online Webinar:
Wednesday 13th August 2025, 18:00
Saturday 16th August 2025, 09:00
Wednesday 20th August 2025, 17:30
Wednesday 20th August 2025, 18:00
Saturday 23rd August 2025, 09:30
Wednesday 3rd September 2025, 17:30
Saturday 6th September 2025, 09:30
Tuesday 9th September 2025, 18:00
Saturday 13th September 2025, 09:00
Monday 15th September, 17:30
Tuesday 16th September, 18:00
Saturday 20th September, 09:00
Tuesday 23rd September, 18:00
Saturday 27th September, 09:00
If you are registered to access the Gateway, you will see the courses in the Course Catalog. If you have yet to register, the link is available on the HIVE Service Provider Portal on HIVE

14/08/2025

The Minister for Children, Disability, and Equality Norma Foley - TD today announced the launch of Bia Blasta (Delicious Food), the pre-school nutrition programme, to provide daily lunches for pre-school children in disadvantaged areas.

Around €4.2 million in funding will be provided to ensure that 25,000 children get a nutritious meal while attending early learning and care services with the highest concentrations of disadvantage in the country.

Read the full press release here: https://brnw.ch/21wUUdk

14/08/2025

14/08/2025

Reading and listening to stories can help build your child’s confidence. It can help prepare them for their school journey starting this September!
Kildare Library Service

14/08/2025

💛 Join Kildare Sports Partnership in the De Burgh Woodland Garden in Naas this Friday August 15th for the Sport Ability Gathering - a fun day of inclusive activities in the outdoors for children aged 0 - 8 years! Pack a picnic and bring a blanket along.

The event starts at 11.30AM and costs €10 - booking is essential as space is limited. Please dress for the outdoors and the weather, and note that no parking is available on site.

For the booking link and more information, email Majella at mfennelly@kildarecoco.ie.

Kildare County Council Naas Ball Naas Town