Guide for Parents
To download a copy of the Free Pre-School Year Guide for Parents, please click on the links below. Files open in PDF format.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am a parent. How do I apply?
Details of pre-school services which have entered the scheme will be available from your local Childcare Committee by October 2009. You can then contact a local service to enroll your child. If you are using a service already you can ask your provider if they plan to enter the scheme.
ls it only for community providers?
No, all pre-school services which are notified to the HSE (or registered with the IMEB) can apply to participate.
I am a parent. Can I get the money sent to me instead?
No. The capitation fee will be paid to the provider.
What ages are eligible?
Any child born between 2nd February 2007 and the 30th of June 2008 is an eligible child for entry to the scheme in September 2011, any child born between 2nd February 2008 and the 30th of June 2009 is an eligible child for entry to the scheme in Sept 2012. This may be appealed where a child has special needs that make this limit inappropriate to them.
What if my childcare provider is not taking part in the scheme?
The scheme is not obligatory so it is up to childcare providers to apply if they so wish.
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