EXTENSION OF THE ARP PROGRAM
The Accommodation Recognition Payment Scheme for asylum seekers has been officially extended: The Accommodation Recognition Payment is a tax-free monthly payment of €800 per accommodation (vacant or shared) in which beneficiary/beneficiaries of temporary protection reside. The scheme is due to end on 31 March 2025, however, it may be extended by Order of the Minister for Equality, […]
EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION SCHEME (ECCE)
This information note explains when children can enrol in early years’ education through the national ECCE programme. You may find it useful to understand what is available to your child and what they will experience in early learning and care settings, so you can decide what is best for them at this stage. Early Childhood […]
TUSLA’S EARLY YEARS INSPECTORATE
The Early Years Inspectorate is responsible for inspecting pre-schools, play groups, day nursery, crèches, day-care and similar services which cater for children aged 0-6 years. The inspectorate also regulates School Age Services. Tusla Early Years Inspectorate promote the safety, quality of care and the support of children in early year’s services. What they do – Assessing […]
CHOOSING AN EARLY YEAR’S CHILDCARE SERVICE
As a parent or guardian, choosing an early year’s childcare service for your child is often one of the first and possibly one of the most significant decisions you will make. It is important therefor that you are confident that the early years’ service which you choose for your baby or young child is a […]
USEFUL LINKS FOR ONLINE LEARNERS OF THE UKRAINIAN EDUCATION PROGRAMME
Online Learning (engaging with the Ukrainian curriculum while residing in Ireland) Section 14 of the Education (Welfare) Act 2000, any child between the ages of 6 and 16, who is being educated solely in a place other than a recognised school must apply to be registered with Tusla. Tulsa’s Alternative Education Assessment and Registration Service […]
KERRY LOCAL CREATIVE YOUTH PARTNERSHIP (0-24-YEAR-OLDS)
Welcome to Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership (Kerry LCYP), where creativity thrives, and young minds are nurtured. Their mission is simple: to foster creative opportunities for children and young people across communities in Kerry. LCYP can work with early years (0-5 years), children (5-9 years), young people (10-18 years), and young adults (18-24) years. At […]
MUSIC GENERATION (0-17-YEAR-OLDS)
Introducing Kerry Education and Training Boards Music Generation Kerry programme, where music meets education for children and young people across County Kerry. Their goal is simple: to provide accessible, high-quality music education experiences for 0- 17-year-olds in their local community. Music Generation Kerry offers opportunities for children and youth to participate in diverse music education […]
KERRY ETB’S MUSIC AND CREATIVE PROGRAMMES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (0-24 YEARS OLDS)
Kerry ETB’s music and creative programmes for young people include a diverse range of initiatives tailored to empower and inspire the youth of County Kerry. Music Generation Kerry provides inclusive music education opportunities for children and adolescents aged 0-17, and Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership (Kerry LCYP), fostering creativity and self-expression for individuals aged 0-24 […]
POST PRIMARY EDUCATION/SECONDARY EDUCATION (12 – 18 YEARS OLD)
Children from about 12 to 18 years old attend a post-primary school. The minimum school leaving age is 16 or after 3 years of post-primary education, whichever is later. It consists of three cycles: Junior Cycle (1st, 2nd & 3rd Year), Transition Year (4th Year if available in schools is optional) and Senior Cycle (5th […]
KERRY ETB YOUTHREACH PROGRAMME (15–20-YEAR-OLDS)
If you are between 15 and 20 years old and no longer attending regular school, they can offer you a fantastic opportunity. They offer a full-time, two-year programme that is designed to help you succeed in further education, training, or employment. As well as the QQI subjects, their centres offer young people options such as: […]
