CMDG Grant now OPEN!
The Childminding Development Grant provides up to €1,000 to assist both registered and unregistered childminders who are providing a childminding service in their own homes.The grant aims to support childminders to enhance quality and safety in their service through the purchase of toys, childcare equipment, safety equipment, equipment to support inclusion and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths (STEAM) education, as well as IT equipment to assist childminders to engage with training and registration processes.
Click here to view a press release from Norma Foley, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth calling on all childminders in Galway City and County to avail of the 2025 Childminding Development Grant.
The grant scheme is open to all childminders, including those who are planning to open a childminding business during 2025. 75% of the grant is paid in advance to help childminders with the upfront costs of purchasing equipment.
To access the application form and guidelines please click on the links below: Please note the deadline for applications is 5pm Friday 4th April 2025.
If you would like the above forms in Irish please contact us.
All completed application forms and supporting documentation should be sent via email to:
applications@galwaychildcare.com
or posted to:
Galway Childcare Committee,
9b Liosban Retail Centre,
Tuam Road,
Galway,
H91 Y6D2
If you have any questions or queries please contact Heather on 091752039 or 0874417373 or mail@galwaychildcare.com