The
Ballaghaderreen Childcare Centre Ltd is a community
run pre-school and the only
High/Scope accredited Centre in the Republic of Ireland.
This is an award of excellence for quality provision
in a childcare setting.
It provides accessible
high quality childcare at an affordable price to all
sectors within the community.
We have a fully qualified and trained staff at the
centre.
The Centre is committed
to empowering young children to actively pursue their
learning in a positive and safe environment with both
indoor and outdoor activities and facilities
At present the pre-school
service provides places for 40 children over 3 sessions.
We currently run 2 morning sessions and one afternoon
session. We are open 5 days a week and cater for
children from 2 years 10 months up to 5 years.
A waiting list applies for places.
Stepping Stones Parent/Toddler Group
This group
has been established for over ten years. It is
open to all parents and carers in the community.
It is managed and run on a voluntary basis by parents/carers.
It is currently held at Unit B1, in the Supervalu complex
and runs from 10am to 12 noon. The age profile
is 0-5 years.
The aim is to provide a
safe stimulating play environment for toddlers and an
opportunity to socialise in a large group. It
is also a meeting place for parents/carers.
Activities and equipment
are provided for children and all new ideas are encouraged.
Everyone is welcome.
The group
receives statutory funding.
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