During this worrying and uncertain time when we’re all experiencing many changes in our lives, it is important to remember that children still need time to play every day. Playing is an essential part of children’s lives helping them keep active, boosting their health and well-being, and is crucial [...]
Health Minister Robin Swann has today published details of a new bespoke home childcare scheme to meet the childcare needs of keyworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Minister said: “I have been very clear in my message that staying at home will save lives. I am very aware that [...]
Over the weekend our CEO Jacqueline O’Loughlin, has been in consistent contact with various Departments of the NI Executive and can confirm that for now, School Age Childcare services are advised to remain open and continue a service to parents as necessary. The current guidance from the Minister of [...]
Please see letter below sent from the Minister of Health to the Childcare Sector: Dear Childcare Sector, The purpose of this letter is to provide an update on the Department's COVID-19 response plans, as they relate to the childcare sector. I know that you [...]
Play is both fun and educational and is essential for children’s well-being, helping them build resilience and cope with stress. Play allows children the opportunity to develop their creativity, learn new skills and make sense of the world around them. As we face worrying and uncertain times it’s important [...]
Dear Project Providers, PlayBoard is aware of the increasing levels of concern and distress within the Childcare/School Age Childcare Sector in regard to the Covid-19 Coronavirus situation. We've been monitoring updates from the relevant authorities, including UK Government, NI Executive and Public Health Agency (PHA), to help us respond [...]
The Public Health Agency is continuing working with partners across the UK including Public Health England, as well as the Department of Health and health trusts in Northern Ireland, and the health service in the Republic of Ireland, on the ongoing global novel coronavirus response. For further information visit the [...]
The Early Years, Care, Education and Play Employers’ Forum NI are looking for ambassadors to share their story and talk about their career path to inspire others to get involved in the sector. The ambassador role will involve visiting schools, careers fairs, employability fairs etc. to encourage others who [...]
The Childcare Partnerships aim to develop and support quality play and learning environments within the early years sector to ensure quality play and learning experiences for children. Services within the early years sector include Out of School services, Childminders, Day Care and Playgroups. The Childcare Partnerships have developed an [...]
Employers For Childcare has launched the 2020 Northern Ireland Childcare Survey for parents and childcare providers, giving you an opportunity to share your views. They are calling on all parents and childcare providers from across Northern Ireland to complete a short, online survey. At a time when the newly [...]
