National Childcare Scheme
The National Childcare Scheme is our pathway to truly accessible, affordable, quality childcare.
The Scheme replaces all previous targeted childcare programmes with a single, streamlined and user-friendly Scheme to help parents meet the cost of quality childcare.
Subsidies will be available for families with children aged between 24 weeks and 15 years who are attending any participating Tusla registered childcare service, including any Tusla registered childminder. You can apply online.
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Subsidies
There are two types of Subsidies:
Universal Subsidy - Appendix 1 - Click To Read
Income Assessed Subsidy - Appendix 2 - Click To Read
You will need a CHICK (Childcare Identifier Code Key) to register.
This number can be obtained following registering online www.ncs.gov.ie/parent
What you will need to apply online:
- A verified MyGovID account
- Your children’s information such as date of birth and PPSN
- Your employment and income related details
- Your partner’s PPSN **
- Your partner’s employment and income
** If you are a member of a couple
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