Childminding Ireland

From stacking blocks and messy play to gardening, cooking, and exploring new interests, every activity supports children's growth and development.

One of the joys of childminding is knowing that learning happens naturally throughout the day. Whether we are out for a walk, preparing a snack, or sharing a story, those everyday experiences can have a lasting impact on a child's confidence, curiosity, and independence.

📢 Attention Childminders!

If you are out and about with the children, why not plan a visit to your local library? 📚

Libraries offer a welcoming space for children to explore books, enjoy stories, and develop a love of reading. Many also host free activities and events for young children.

A library visit can be a fun, educational, and low-cost outing for your childminding setting.

After a busy week of minding and supporting little ones, remember to take some time for yourself. Rest, recharge and know that the work you do matters more than you may realise. 💜

Small moments of connection can make a big difference to a child's confidence, happiness and development. Childminders play an important role in supporting children's well-being. Every smile, cuddle, conversation and shared activity helps children grow in confidence and feel secure.

💚 Learn more about supporting children's well-being here: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-children-disability-and-equality/publications/well-being/

Did you know that most injuries to children under 5 happen in the home? Take 5 minutes to look around your home from a child's perspective.

The HSE has excellent child safety guidance for families, including home safety, choking prevention, road safety and water safety.
https://www2.hse.ie/babies-children/child-safety/

Encouraging learning through play, imagination and exploring the outdoors while making happy summer memories together. 🐞

Paediatric First Aid Training for Childminders
Be prepared to respond in an emergency. Our in-person Paediatric First Aid course gives childminders the practical skills and confidence to care for a sick or injured child until medical help arrives.
Drogheda
Saturday 20 June
9:30am – 4:30pm
During this interactive one-day course you will learn essential skills including:
CPR for infants and children
Infant choking response
Head injuries, burns & scalds
Allergic reactions & poisoning
Recovery position, seizures & more
Participants will receive a Paediatric First Aid manual and a Certificate of Attendance valid for 2 years.
€80 for members | €90 for non-members
Learn more: childminding.ie
Childminding Ireland is the National Childminding Association.

Online Seminar for parents with children starting in a Naíonra for the first time

When: Dé Céadaoin, an 10 Meitheamh/June 2026, 19.00 go 19:45.

Tune in and listen to the guest speaker, Jane Ní Chonchúir, manager in Naíonra Lios na nÓg (Baile Átha Cliath), share information on the naíonra, how they work, common questions parents have and more. The guest speaker will speak in general terms about all naíonraí, and this seminar has no affiliation with any particular naíonra.

Register below for the seminar and include any questions you’d like to have answered on the evening. We will email a link on the day of the seminar. You will not need to use your camera or mic, and a recording of the event will be made available afterwards on Youtube.
Please note that registration closes at 16.00 on the day.

Register: https://gaeloideachas.ie/online-seminar-for-parents-with-children-starting-in-a-naionra-for-the-first-time/

Every child deserves a little sanctuary. In a childminding home, it's often the simple things that matter most, a cosy corner for stories, favourite toys, creative play, and a calm space to feel safe and valued.

Using simple Irish phrases at mealtimes is an easy way to bring Gaeilge into everyday family life. Start with just one phrase and build from there-before long, Irish will feel like a natural part of your child's day.