PreSchool / ECCE
Generally, children enter Pre-school / ECCE when they reach 2 years 8 months and they will continue until they attend primary school. Children should be toilet trained before attending Pre School and we will help achieve this wherever possible.
The government provide funding through the ECCE scheme to children as per the list of birth dates below. The ECCE funding covers a 3 hour Pre School session (usually 9am-12pm) Monday to Friday for 38 weeks per year (usually in line with primary school term).
Play based environment
Our Preschool Program is designed to provide children with a fun, engaging, and play-based environment that promotes independence and routine at their own pace. The ECCE sessions run for 3 hours each morning, 5 days a week. Children attending these sessions should bring a nutritious, balanced packed lunch.
Our curriculum is carefully developed based on the individual needs and interests of the children, encouraging them to explore and learn through play. Activities are varied and stimulating, often including outdoor physical play like obstacle courses or group games such as parachute play and Playball. Creative arts and crafts are a popular activity, along with sensory-rich experiences like sand, water, and messy play to engage all the senses.
We follow the Aistear Framework, Ireland’s national curriculum framework for early childhood education, ensuring that all activities are child-centred and support their holistic development. While play is at the heart of our approach, every activity is thoughtfully designed to promote key areas of learning such as communication, social skills, problem-solving, and early literacy and numeracy.
Preschool Classs having fun
Children are served nutritious, home-cooked meals and enjoy the experience of sitting together with their peers at the table, fostering a sense of community. We tailor rest and sleep times according to the individual needs of each child, working closely with parents to ensure their routines are supported. A cozy, quiet area filled with books is always available, allowing children to take a break and relax whenever they need it.
Our qualified and caring staff actively support children in developing life skills, such as hand washing, dressing, and self-feeding, helping them gain confidence and independence. In our warm and nurturing environment, children are encouraged to build social and emotional skills through guided interactions. They learn important values like sharing, caring, conflict resolution, and respect through positive role modelling and everyday experiences.