“For many children, a childminder is their main carer other than their parents, often starting in their early childhood and continuing into their school years. Childminders integrate the care of children into their own family life and give children the opportunity to experience daily activities that they would experience in their own family home. Childminders are highly valued by many parents because of the home-from-home setting, their strong and lasting relationships, the low child to adult ratio and the flexibility they can offer.” (Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, 2021).
To find out more about becoming a childminder in your own home, contact the Childminding Development Officer at Limerick Childcare Committee on 087 7885114.
- External Walls: Up to €8,000 Grant
- Attic: Up to €1,500 Grant
- Cavity Walls: Up to €1,700 Grant
- Internal Dry Lining: Up to €4,500 Grant