Childminding Ireland is the National Childminding Association in Ireland. We are a not-for-profit organisation, set up and run by former childminders. This means that we are uniquely placed to provide guidance and support to Irelands’ childminders at every step of their journey. From our inception, more than forty years ago, we have both wanted, and actively worked for, an Ireland where childmindi
ng flourishes and is sustainable into the future. That’s why we advocate for the equitable inclusion of childminding in childcare policy. At Childminding Ireland, we are determined that the voices of childminders are represented and heard at this time of change. Vision
An Ireland in which childminding flourishes resulting in profound benefits for children, families and communities. A childcare environment in which childminders have parity of esteem, access to supports, training and equitable inclusion in policy and in practice. Mission
At Childminding Ireland, we offer support to childminders so that they can provide best quality childcare in a home-from-home setting for the benefit of children, their families and their communities. Goals
Offer meaningful support to childminders. Effectively inform parents, policy makers and the wider public on the unique benefits of childminding as a professional childcare service. Lobby decision makers on issues facing childminding. Continue to develop the effectiveness of the organisation in realising its vision. Childminding Ireland’s charitable purpose and objectives are: The National Childminding Association of Ireland is a voluntary body committed to supporting and promoting high-quality standards in family-based care for children. The association aims to:
Support and inform all childminders and parents in the matter of family-based care for children,
Maintain a code of ethics for family-based care for children,
Encourage the recognition of childminding as a valuable care setting for children.
