SHANAKIEL CHILDCARE LIMITED

Shanakiel Childcare Limited is a purpose‑built early years centre that has been welcoming children since September 2014. Spread over 7,500 sq ft, the crèche combines high‑quality facilities, modern equipment and a dedicated team of over 25 qualified Early Years Educators to provide a safe, stimulating environment for children from 12 months to six years.

The centre offers a comprehensive full‑day care service (7.30 am‑6 pm, Monday‑Friday, 52 weeks a year) with meals and sleeping facilities included, as well as a government‑funded ECCE preschool programme (2 years 8 months‑5 years) that follows the Aistear and Síolta curricula. Dedicated spaces include two Wobbler rooms for infants, a Toddler room, two Playschool rooms, three Montessori‑style ECCE rooms, and an adjacent after‑school provision (MFRC²) that can accommodate up to 84 children. Shanakiel also supports families through the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Scheme and the National Childcare Scheme, helping parents access free or subsidised childcare.