Finding a Childcare Place in Clare
Childcare Providers Registered to Tusla
Tusla provides a list of all Childcare Providers (including Childminders) that have registered to Tusla in Clare:
Tusla is also responsible for inspecting pre-schools, play groups, childminders, nurseries, crèches, day-care and similar services which cater for children aged 0-6.
Please click on the link below where you can access Inspection Reports on Childcare Providers (including Childminders) in Clare:
http://www.tusla.ie/services/preschool-services/creche-inspection-reports
Voluntary Notification - List of Childminders
You can also contact our office by phone (065 6864862) or email (info@clarechildcare.ie) to request a copy of the list of Voluntary Notified Childminders in Clare. Such Childminders are not obliged to register with Tusla, once they do not exceed the maximum numbers of children, they are permitted to care for.
Clare County Childcare Committee does not accept responsibility for the services provided by any individual listed. The list does not constitute a recommendation of any service by Clare County Childcare Committee. Parents are advised to consult with the Childminder to enquire about their specific service.
National Childcare Scheme
For more information on this scheme and how to apply, please go to: https://ncs.gov.ie/en/
The Parent Support Centre for the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) is open Monday to Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm. The contact number is: (01) 906 8530
NCS Sponsors: Dedicated Phone Line/Email Address. The NCS Sponsors Team can be contacted Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm by phone at 01 906 8535 or by email at sponsors@ncs.gov.ie.
Please note that the NCS Sponsors Team can only support on Sponsor-related queries.
The Early Years Provider Centre is open Monday to Friday from 8.00am - 6.00pm.
The contact number is: (01) 5117222 or email: EYPC@pobal.ie
Please click on the link below for You Tube videos on the NCS Applicant Portal:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV8N_sFKV6LV7GP4ID2jZjxHk6yWUiioh
Free Preschool (ECCE) Scheme - Eligibility Calendar
Please click on the link below (Click Media) for eligibility dates for the Free Pre-school (ECCE) scheme:
