Creche Midleton
midleton Preschool
Creche Midleton
Creche Midleton
Midelton Preschool
ECCE PRESCHOOL PLACES
Open to enrolment for all children in Midleton, those who attend our Preschool have a truly magical experience in our purpose built early years setting.
With amazing outdoor and indoor play areas, we have just 22 Preschool places available each year. So be sure to get your application in today to come and visit our school.
ECCE Preschool Places
Open to enrolment for all children in Midleton, those who attend our Preschool have a truly magical experience in out purpose built early years setting. With amazing outdoor and indoor play areas, we have just 22 Preschool places available each year. Be sure to get your application in today to come and visit our school.
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preschool Service Details
Here are all the essential details you need to know about our Preschool service.
With lots of images to showing a typical day for your child at their first school.
It is over subscribed every year so make sure to get your application in today.
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- age
Your child needs to be a minimum of 2 years 8 months old on commencement to maximum 5 years 6 months old on completion. See age table.
- ECCE Hours
Our 3 hour option is 9am to 12pm, Monday to Friday for 38 weeks per year. This option comes under the Governments ECCE Scheme.
- 3.5 hours
Our 3.5 hour option is 8:30am to 12:00pm, Monday to Friday for 38 weeks per year. 3 of the 3.5 hours are covered by the ECCE Scheme.
- duration
Minimum term of attendance is 38 weeks as per the ECCE preschool year calendar. The ECCE Scheme covers a child for two years. See our ECCE Calendar below on this page.
- fees
Our 3 hour option is free of charge. The extra optional half hour is charged at €2.50 per morning. The NCS scheme gives all parents a minimum of €2.14 discount per hour. The refundable booking deposit is €200.00
- availability
We have 22 child places available each year. To apply just complete the Enquiry Form. We will then arrange an appointment for you to visit us at the school.
Education grant
ECCE Scheme Details
registered provider
ECCE stands for Early Childhood Care and Education Scheme.
It is a Government Scheme that funds early years education in Ireland.
The table displayed in this section shows your child’s enrolment years.
Our school is a registered provider of places for the scheme.
Every year we have far more applications than available, apply now.
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START AGE:
Over 2 years 8 months before 1st Sept. of commencement year -
FINISH AGE:
Under 5 years 6 months on or before June 30th end of school year -
DURATION:
15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year for 2 years -
COST:
Fees are covered by the state capitation fee
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Child
Birth
Year - 2020
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
- 2026
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Eligible
Enrolment
Date(s) - Sep 2023 & 24
- Sep 2024 & 25
- Sep 2025 & 26
- Sep 2026 & 27
- Sep 2027 & 28
- Sep 2028 & 29
- Sep 2029 & 30
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ECCE
End
Date - June 2025
- June 2026
- June 2027
- June 2028
- June 2029
- June 2030
- June 2031
Apply for a Preschool place for your child now...
reviews
parent testimonials
from parents with children attending our school
Yvonne and Robert Fitzsimmons with their four sons who attended all three services at Midleton Preschool After School and Summer Camp
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“My son attended the summer camp and then started after school care in September 2022.
We are so happy with the care that he receives.
He comes out with a huge smile every day.
Children of all ages play together and it builds great friendships between different class groups.
In the summer camp he made some beautiful things in arts and crafts.
Typically he comes home covered in dirt, big smile and a large appetite after lots of fresh air.
Exactly what I want from an after school care. Thank you.”
Katie O’Brien, Midleton, Mum to Ross
Our four children attended for Preschool, After School services and Summer Camps.
Each one of them bounded in the door each day with excitement and expected anticipation of the fun and enjoyment they would experience while there.
It’s like a home away from home with Marlene and her colleagues always ensuring the boys were safe and happy.
We were always grateful that our boys had the opportunity to attend as they each have they own positive memories from there.
Yvonne & Robert Fitzsimmons, Midleton
“Our daughter absolutely loves going to preschool here.
She is so excited to see her wonderful teachers and great friends each day.
It’s a special place that encourages growth, fun and learning for our little ones.
We love to see the gorgeous artwork and to see first hand the incredible effort that goes into bringing to life their teaching through art, festivals, plays and little excursions.”
Aoibhinn Twomey, Midleton, Mum to Ava
As a Mum of four, my eldest who is eleven down to my youngest three year old who will start in September 2023, have all attended here.
It is amazing, the staff go above and beyond to make the experience so enjoyable.
All mine have been so happy and had so much fun.
It’s a really holistic, child led place and I feel they are great to communicate with the parents.
I would thoroughly recommend Midleton Preschool and After School.
Thanks Marlene, Rosemary, Debbie, Melanie and Caroline.
Amy Heffernan, Midleton
My children have had the benefit of attending preschool, afterschool care and summer camps here and I couldn’t recommend highly enough.
The team always identify and encourage each child’s passion while consistently inspiring confidence and putting kindness at the heart of everything they do.
They provide an exceptionally caring and nurturing environment and my children always look forward to their time spent there.
I am so grateful to Marlene and her team at Midleton Preschool, Afterschool and Summer Camp.
Jackie Brookes, Midleton
Over 12 years the service provided to us has been of such a high standard, and like a home from home for our three boys.
The outdoor and indoor space is ideal for all ages and their individual personalities.
Management and staff are experienced, professional, friendly and adaptable to the needs of us as a family.
Don’t think twice about choosing this school.
Sharon Parkinson, Midleton, Mum to Harry, Max and Jack
Your teachers gave my daughter Sylvie the most fulfilling preschool experience, enhancing her love of nature and make believe.
Now she attends after school and it is like her second home.
Marlene and her team are wonderful, and their warmth, sense of fun and spontaneity make everyday an adventure.
We couldn’t recommend it enough!
Alison Gleasure, Midleton, Mum to Sylvie
My eldest son has completed his two years in preschool and flourished in his time there. He is now availing of the after school programme.
My twins are in their first year and to see how far they have developed in half a year is remarkable, they come home happy every day.
Marlene and her team of teachers are just amazing with the children. The kids love going into them and their friends each day, learning songs, developing skills and just having fun.
There is so much open play and room for their imaginations to grow, both indoors and outdoors.
The range of activities and the effort put into organising arts and crafts, baking, and different events is wonderful to be part of, as well as a great focus on the outdoors and sustainability, learning how things grow, planting seeds, and then pulling carrots and even making soup!”
Rachel Reeves, Midleton
typical day
Preschool Curriculum
schedule
typical day
While no two days are the same, especially depending on the weather, here is an example schedule.
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08:30 Arrival, free play and activity
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09:05 Outdoor Play
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10:00 Tidy up time, Circle time
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10:25 Toilet and Hand Washing
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10:30 Snack Time
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11:00 Outdoor Play, Projects
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11:40 Change from Outdoor Gear
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11:45 Story, Songs, Rhymes
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12:00 Collection
Gardening, slides, swings, climbing frame, sandpit, water play, sensory tables, creative play, ball skills, cycling, nature walks
play based & emergent
Our curriculum empowers young children to problem solve and actively pursue their own learning.
The aim is to help every child grow and develop as competent, confident learners within loving, nurturing relationships with adults and peers within our inclusive community.
We believe in the positive effects of outdoor learning and interaction with natural objects. By providing a holistic programme of activities which encourages physical, social, emotional, intellectual, creative and language development.
We have adopted a Play- based, emergent curriculum, based on Aistear. We have implemented the Siolta National Quality framework.
Learning Projects
Painting, Baking, Crafts, Construction Play, Cognitive play, Imaginative and Pretend play, Outdoor play, Nature and Investigative play.
Shaping Little Minds
Meet Your school teachers
Marlene – Melanie – Ciara – Carolyn – Rosemary
Marlene Thomas
POSITION:
School Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Higher Diploma in Education Level 8
Primary School Teaching
Leadership for Inclusion level 6
Lámh, Hanen, First Aid Response
SPECIALITIES:
Primary School Education
Preschool Education
Additional Needs Education
Music, Art, Crafts
ABOUT:
Originally a Primary School teacher and manager, in 2002 Marlene moved to Ireland with her husband and two children.
She was a Primary school teacher from 1987 until 2007, the same year she became the Manager of our School in Midleton.
For all parents who apply to the school, it is Marlene you will meet on your first visit and tour of the facilities.
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POSITION:
School Principal -
QUALIFICATIONS:
Higher Diploma in Education Level 8
Primary School Teaching
Leadership for Inclusion level 6
Lámh, Hanen, First Aid Response -
SPECIALITIES:
Primary School Education, Preschool Education, Additional Needs Education, Music, Art, Crafts
About
Originally a Primary School teacher and manager, in 2002 Marlene moved to Ireland with her husband and two children.
She was a Primary school teacher from 1987 until 2007, the same year she became the Manager of our School in Midleton.
For all parents who apply to the school, it is Marlene you will meet on your first visit and tour of the facilities.
Melanie Bongartz
POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preschool and School Age Educator QQI level 6
Steiner Waldorf teacher training
Special Needs
First Aid Response
SPECIALITIES:
Melanie has a particular interest in literacy, storytelling, the beauty of language and creating puppet shows.
ABOUT:
Melanie joined our school in 2020. She has a natural ability with children. Her warmth and genuine interest brings out the best in each child.
Melanie is very excited and passionate about her role as a teacher and the vital role we have in society for their development.
She brings Steiner principals into the daily routine of our Preschool. Examples of this are our beautiful Lantern Festival, Advent Festival, Christmas play and celebrations.
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POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher -
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preschool and School Age Educator QQI level 6
Steiner Waldorf teacher training
Special Needs
First Aid Response -
SPECIALITIES:
Melanie has a particular interest in literacy, storytelling, the beauty of language and creating puppet shows.
About
Melanie joined our school in 2020. She has a natural ability with children. Her warmth and genuine interest brings out the best in each child.
Melanie is very excited and passionate about her role as a teacher and the vital role we have in society for their development.
She brings Steiner principals into the daily routine of our Preschool. Examples of this are our beautiful Lantern Festival, Advent Festival, Christmas play and celebrations.
Ciara Delea
POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS:
BA Early Childhood Studies and Practice FETAC Level 8
Sign Language
First Aid Response
SPECIALITIES:
Ciara’s favourite activity with the children is arts and crafts
ABOUT:
Working in childcare since 2013, Ciara joined our school in 2023.
Ciara uses her creative talents, focusing on art, drawing and painting with the children. She enjoys helping them grow into confident and capable learners.
Ciara’s fun-filled exuberance really connects with the children, and they love laughing and playing with her outdoors.
Her dedication to ensuring that all the children feel special, is shown in the way the children are eager to get in the door every day!
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POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher -
QUALIFICATIONS:
BA Early Childhood Studies and Practice
FETAC Level 8
Sign Language
First Aid Response -
SPECIALITIES:
Ciara's favourite activity with the children is arts and crafts
About
Working in childcare since 2013, Ciara joined our school in 2023.
Ciara uses her creative talents, focusing on art, drawing and painting with the children. She enjoys helping them grow into confident and capable learners.
Ciara’s fun-filled exuberance really connects with the children, and they love laughing and playing with her outdoors.
Her dedication to ensuring that all the children feel special, is shown in the way the children are eager to get in the door every day!
Rosemary Stronach
POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS:
FETAC level 5 Childcare
First Aid Response Training
First Aid Response
SPECIALITIES:
Rosemary plants flowers and vegetable seeds with the children and teaches them about nature. Together they watch them grow and later harvest the vegetables together.
ABOUT:
Rosemary joined our school in 2013. She enjoys nurturing and caring for the children. She has a special interest in gardening and nature.
She also enjoys interacting with the Parents and other staff, helping the children to feel part of the preschool community and the larger community in Midleton, through projects and celebrating special events.
She enjoys doing homework with the after school children and caring for them as they grow.
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POSITION:
Preschool and After School Teacher -
QUALIFICATIONS:
FETAC level 5 Childcare
First Aid Response -
SPECIALITIES:
Rosemary plants flowers and vegetable seeds with the children and teaches them about nature. Together they watch them grow and later harvest the vegetables together.
About
Rosemary joined our school in 2013. She enjoys nurturing and caring for the children. She has a special interest in gardening and nature.
She also enjoys interacting with the Parents and other staff, helping the children to feel part of the preschool community and the larger community in Midleton, through projects and celebrating special events.
She enjoys doing homework with the after school children and caring for them as they grow.
Carolyn O’Flaherty
POSITION:
AIM Support – Preschool
QUALIFICATIONS:
Early Education and care QQI level 5
Child development QQI 6
Intellectual disability QQI 5
Lámh, Autism in Early Years
Social thinking Curriculum
First Aid Response
SPECIALITIES:
Carolyns favourite activity with the children is arts and crafts.
ABOUT:
Carolyn has been working in Singing in the Rain since 2022 in the role of AIM Support.
She has extensive experience and training in the area of Neurodiversity. She has a hands -on approach that puts the autonomy of the child at the core of activities. She has a very calm and cheerful disposition.
She works to empower each child to grow in confidence and builds a range of communication skills that are both verbal and non-verbal to suit each individual child to support their interactions with their peers.
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POSITION:
AIM Support -
QUALIFICATIONS:
Early Education and care QQI level 5
Child development QQI 6
Intellectual disability QQI 5
Lámh, Autism in Early Years
Social thinking Curriculum
First Aid Response -
SPECIALITIES:
Carolyns favourite activity with the children is arts and crafts.
About
Carolyn has been working in Singing in the Rain since 2022 in the role of AIM Support.
She has extensive experience and training in the area of Neurodiversity. She has a hands -on approach that puts the autonomy of the child at the core of activities. She has a very calm and cheerful disposition.
She works to empower each child to grow in confidence and builds a range of communication skills that are both verbal and non-verbal to suit each individual child to support their interactions with their peers.
benefits of
midleton preschool After School and Summer Camp
Your child will play, learn and grow in our purpose built early learning centre…
- Improving Confidence
- Promoting Independence
- Social Skills Development
- Physical Development
- Expanding Vocabulary
- Communications
- Co-Operation, Sharing
- Educational Games
- Story Time
- Arts And Crafts
- Songs And Music
- Dance And Movement
- Cognitive Expansion
- Identifying Strengths
- Overcoming Fears
- Love Of Learning
- Individual Needs
- Flexible Curriculum
benefits of our school for your child...
- Improving Confidence
- Promoting Independence
- Social Skills Development
- Physical Development
- Expanding Vocabulary
- Communications
- Co-Operation, Sharing
- Educational Games
- Story Time
- Arts And Crafts
- Songs And Music
- Dance And Movement
- Cognitive Expansion
- Identifying Strengths
- Overcoming Fears
- Love Of Learning
- Individual Needs
- Flexible Curriculum
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Preschool Enquiry Form
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Preschool Enquiry Form
preschool applications
Complete this form to add your child to our applications list for Preschool at Midleton Preschool.
We will then contact you to arrange a visit to the school.
A copy will be emailed to you.
– SESSIONAL (Extra 30 mins per day)
8:30am to 12:00pm Mon-Fri 38 weeks per year
– ECCE HOURS ONLY
9:00am to 12:00pm Mon-Fri 38 weeks per year
– AGES
2 Years 8 Months and older on commencement, up to 5 Years 6 Months on completion
Our School Year
ECCE calendar 2024/25
Midleton Preschool
important dates
This is our Ecce school year calendar – It lists the dates we are open and closed so that you can plan ahead.
Our School Year runs from Tuesday 27th August 2024 to Wednesday 25th June 2025
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
8:30am to 12:00pm
2 years 8 months to 5 years 6 months
AUGUST 2022
29th Monday Preschool opens for 2022/23
SEPTEMBER
School open every weekday
OCTOBER
31st Monday School closed Bank holiday
NOVEMBER
1st Tuesday to 4th Friday School closed Halloween holidays
DECEMBER
21st Wednesday to 30th Friday School closed Xmas break
JANUARY 2023
2nd Monday to 4th Wednesday School closed Xmas Break
FEBRUARY
6th Monday School closed Bank holiday
13th Monday to 17th Friday School closed one week Mid-term break
MARCH
17th Wednesday School closed St. Patrick’s Day
APRIL
3rd Monday to 14th Friday School closed two weeks Easter holidays
MAY
1st Monday School closed Bank holiday
JUNE
5th Monday School closed Bank holiday
28th Wednesday final day of Preschool year 2022/23
2024
JUL 2024
Prechool Closed - Summer Camp Open
AUG 2024
- 27th Tuesday
Preschool Opens for 2024/25
SEP 2024
- School open every weekday
in September
OCT 2024
- 28th Monday School closed Bank holiday
- 29th Tuesday to 31st Thursday School closed Halloween holidays
NOV 2024
- 1st Friday, School closed Halloween holidays
- 4th Monday School re-opens
DEC 2024
- 23rd Monday to 31st Tuesday School closed Xmas break
2025
JAN 2025
- 1st Wednesday to 3rd Friday School closed Xmas Break
- 6th Monday School re-opens
FEB 2025
- 3rd Monday School closed Bank holiday
- 17th Monday to 21st Friday School closed Mid-term break
MAR 2025
- 17th Monday School closed St. Patrick’s Day observed
APR 2025
- 14th Monday to 25th Friday School closed two weeks Easter holidays
- 28th Monday School re-opens
MAY 2025
- 5th Monday
School Closed Bank Holiday
JUN 2025
- 2nd Monday School closed Bank holiday
- 25th Friday final day of Preschool year 2024/25
our early years
School services
preschool | after school care | summer camp
preschool
after school & summer camp
Midleton
Preschool ECCE
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AGE:
Minimum 2yrs 8mths on commencement to maximum 5yrs 6mths on completion -
TIME:
9:00am-12:00pm - 3 hours or
8:30am-12:00pm - 3.5 hours
Monday to Friday -
DURATION:
38 Weeks per year for 2 years
Minimum term 1 year
Midleton
After School Care
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AGE:
Junior Club - Jnr and Snr Infants
Senior Club - 1st to 6th Class
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TIME:
Junior Club: 1:10pm-5:30pm
Senior Club: 2:10pm-5:30pm
1 Hour Option: 1:10pm-2:10pm
Monday to Friday -
DURATION:
Primary school year
Minimum term 1 year
Midleton
Summer Camp 2025
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AGE:
JUNIOR CAMP - WEEK 1,2,3
Starting Jnr Infants, Snr Infants or 1st Class this Sep 2025SENIOR CAMP - WEEK 4,5,6
Starting 2nd, 3rd or 4th Class this Sep 2025 -
TIME:
9:00am to 3:00pm
Monday to Friday