Childminder Support

Helping childminders
start and maintain their business

Find a Childminder

Helping and advising
parents find the best childminder

Standing Up for Childminding

Promoting & advocating for
childminding at a time of change

Childminders & Parents: Childminding Regulations took effect on 30 September 2024. A 3-year transition period is now underway. We are calling for a review in 18 months time. Read about how the National Childminding Association is standing up for childminding

The National Action Plan for Childminding is the Government’s pathway to regulation, support and subsidies, for childminders

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Childminding Ireland is the home of childminding. We are a not-for-profit organisation,
founded and run by childminders to provide free expert childminding advice.

We take the uncertainty out of starting your own childminding business and maintaining it.

Our members receive:

Business Starter
Pack only €75

Gives access to discounted insurance

Training, Guidance
& Advice

Supporting childminders every step of the way

Parents, let’s help you find the right childminder for your children and schedule.
All our childminders are Garda Vetted, Insured & Training Certified.

Childminding Survey 2025

Our survey highlights concerns around the sustainability of the childminding sector, Tusla registration & the NCS. Click here to read […]

Art Competition 2025 Now Open

Categories for Children & Childminders The Childminding Ireland Art Competition is back!  Childminders and children always enjoy entering it especially […]

Little Garden Gathering

The Little Garden Gathering will take place between Thursday 26 June and Sunday 29 June!  This garden party charity fundraiser is […]

No More Sharing Struggles: The Trick that Changed Everything

Childminding Blog by Leigh Ann Gilmore Ah, The Toddler Rules!  If I had it first, it’s mine.  If you had […]

Paediatric First Aid Training – Upcoming Dates for Childminders

Childminding Ireland has organised a series of in-person Paediatric First Aid training sessions across Ireland for Spring 2025 — with […]

Childminding Survey: We need your voice!

Help Us Support Childminders Across Ireland At Childminding Ireland, we are committed to supporting childminders and advocating for a thriving, […]