ECCE Scheme:
This refers to
children who are eligible to participate in the Government’s Free Preschool
Years. This scheme covers up to two years of free early education. Children can start preschool once they are 2 years 8 months in September starting school. The level of access to the full ‘two-year
period’ is ‘date of birth’ dependent and the eligibility is determined by the
Department of Children and Youth Affairs [DCYA].
Children can be
enrolled into the scheme in August/September each year.
ECCE is an inclusive scheme and
welcomes all children regardless of ability. In some cases, parents need to be
aware that the participation of their child may require additional resources
which will be discussed at time of enrolment.
Criteria for Enrolment- Preschool
- Children’s date of birth must fit the eligibility for the scheme as directed by DCYA
- Full time places (5 days) will be given as a priority
- Part time places will be offered if full time places are not filled.
- Afterschool children must attend St. Michael's Primary School
