The Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley today announced the opening of the 2026 Childminding Development Grant.
The Childminding Development Grant provides up to €1,000 to assist childminders, who are providing a childminding service in their own homes. The Grant scheme is open to all childminders, including registered childminders, those that are yet to register, and those who are planning to open a childminding business during 2026.
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