Bilingual Pre-School Launch
Wednesday 11 June 2008
Wee Care Day Nurseries are launching Northern Ireland’s First English - French Bilingual Pre-School Class in their Windsor Avenue North Nursery, Malone Road, South Belfast as part of their commitment to ensuring the best possible education and care for children. more »
Childcare Places at Risk
Tuesday 20 May 2008
Almost 3,000 childcare places could be at risk if funding for school-age child care projects isn't extended after June, says children's agency Playboard. more »
After-schools Clubs Facing Cuts
Thursday 1 May 2008
Up to 500 schools in Northern Ireland are facing cuts in their breakfast and after-school clubs.
Funding for the Extended Schools Programme has been reduced from £10m to £6m. more »
Bosses 'weigh up pregnancy risk'
Monday 21 April 2008
More than half of UK bosses assess the chances of a member of staff falling pregnant before employing them, a survey suggests. more »
Current Job Vacancies
Friday 11 April 2008
Due to on-going expansion, there are the current vacancies, Operations Manager, Childcare Advice and Information Officer, Business Development Officer, Marketing Officer. more »
Budget Update
Friday 14 March 2008
There was no increase in the Budget announced on Wednesday 12 March 2008, on the maximum amount which parents can take as childcare vouchers. This means the maximum amount of tax and NI exempt Childcare Vouchers remains at £55 per week or £243 per month, per employee. more »
CIPD to sponsor The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For
Tuesday 19 February 2008
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
(CIPD) is to celebrate workplace excellence this year by sponsoring 'The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work for' list. more »
An independent assessment of parental demand for and access to childminding provision
Friday 15 February 2008
NICMA want to hear your views!
Have your say on on childminding I’m sure, as a parent, you appreciate how difficult it can be to find an ideal childcare arrangement. NICMA are really keen to hear your experiences and thoughts about this and in particular, your views on childminding as an effective childcare option. This is your chance to have your say about this very important issue and we hope you are willing to participate in this important research by completing the enclosed questionnaire. more »
Charity says childcare costs soar
Wednesday 30 January 2008
Childcare costs are rising above the rate of inflation, with parents paying more than £8,000 a year, a charity report suggests.
The Daycare Trust says costs nationally rose 5% last year. Inflation is 2.1%. more »
Families struggle to access special needs daycare - report
Tuesday 11 December 2007
Research reveals inadequacy of daycare services for families with disabled children more »
