This was urgently needed in West Waterford to support families who require childcare. This is a comprehensive modern facility which provides a safe secure environment away from home where children are catered for and encouraged to develop their social, physical and cognitive skills. With modern facilities, an enclosed outdoor play area and professionally trained staff, parents feel confident and assured that their children are well cared for.
Creche: This facility is open 5 days a week from 8am - 6pm. It caters for babies from 4 months old to school going age. After school places can be arranged if required. The Creche is supervised by Emma , and assisted by Caroline & Maread. The crèche accommodates 9 babies and 11 toddlers.
Pre-school: this is open 5 mornings a week, Monday to Friday , 9am to 12pm.
Afternoon sessions take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm to 3pm. This caters for the younger child and provides more individual attention. The preschool accommodates 20 full time places. And can cater for up to 40 pre-school children at different times.
The pre-school will run summer camps during July. This is run by Supervisor Marie Uniacke, and assisted by Kerry McLaughlin & Denise Meaney.
Drop In Centre: takes place on Thursday & Friday Mornings 9am - 12pm. This is for parents who need to avail of some "ME" time to visit the hairdressers or meet with a friend for a chat. This is run by Ms Denise Meaney.
The Childcare facility is funded by EOCP funds from the Department of Justice, Equality & Law Reform Department.