Last year, some childminders used funds provided through the grant to purchase toys, childcare equipment, safety equipment, and IT equipment.
Local childminders are being reminded to apply for the Childminding Development Grant, which provides up to €1,000 to assist both registered and unregistered childminders who are providing a childminding service in their own homes.
Last year, some childminders used funds provided through the grant to purchase toys, childcare equipment, safety equipment, and IT equipment.
The grant is open to all childminders, including those who are planning to open a childminding business during 2025, with 75% paid in advance to help with upfront costs.
Julie McNamara from Kildare County Childcare Committee said any childminder with any questions about applying can email rcmdo@Kildarechildcare.ie.
Applications close on Friday, 4 April.
Further information can be found at www.gov.ie/childminding.
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