Education Minister, Paul Givan, has published administrative data from the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) for the period 1 September 2024 to 31 March 2025, highlighting its impact in reducing childcare costs for working families.
Read MoreOver the course of the training, which is now complete, we engaged with approximately 1300 childminders, daycare and playgroup providers.
Read MoreThe Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) is a Department of Education NI initiative designed to reduce childcare costs of eligible working parents by 15% for qualifying children.
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Read MoreThe Department of Education has announced it is not proceeding with proposed cuts to Youth Services and a range of Early Years programmes including the Pathway Fund, Sure Start, Bright Start and Toybox.
Read MoreEarly Years hosts representatives from the U.S. Consulate Belfast.
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