Pre-School
Kids Kottage offers high-quality pre-school facilities, with two separate classrooms catering to children aging from 2 years 7 months-4 and 4-5. Our pre-school runs for 38 weeks of the year from 9am-12pm, with extra daycare facilities available for children who need childcare after their day in pre-school.
We offer a play-based curriculum for children in our preschool, and implement the Aistear/Siolta Framework, providing a relaxing, calm, and fun atmosphere to support your childs. Both of our pre-school classrooms are staffed by level 8 qualified early childhood education professionals to ensure a high-quality service that you can trust. We offer a safe fun and fully inclusive environment for all children.
To Enquire about Enrolling Your child in our Westmeath Pre-School, get in touch today
Early Years Care & Education Scheme
Kids Kottage is proud to partake in the Early Years Care & Education Scheme (ECCE). Under this scheme, children of a certain age are entitled to two free years of pre-school supplemented by the government. For more information on the ECCE scheme, and to see is your little one eligible, simply get in contact with our team today.
Our Pre-School Facilities Include
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Separate Classrooms for Younger & Older Children
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Pre-School Staffed by Level 8 Qualified Early Childhood Education Professionals
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Play-Based Activities & Education
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Creative Activities Such as Painting, Dancing, Crafts etc
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Social Interaction With Fellow Classmates & Teachers
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Indoor & Outdoor Play Area
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Facilities For Children With Additional Needs
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Aistear & Siolta Educational Framework
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Full Day-care & Childcare Options Available After Pre-School
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ECCE Participating Pre-School
Pre-School FAQ
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What age is my child eligible for the ECCE scheme?
If your child is 2 years and 8 months of age before the 31st August of the year they are due to start pre-school, they are eligible for the ECCE scheme. The ECCE scheme entitles children to two years of free pre-school, providing they do not reach the safe of 5 years and 6 months before starting Primary School.
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How long does your pre-school run for each day?
Our pre-school facilities run from 9am-12pm, Monday to Friday. If you need additional childcare after this, we offer full day-care childcare facilities.
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Do I have to send my child to pre-school?
No, it is not required to send your child to pre-school. That being said, however, there are many benefits to having your child attend pre-school, including the development of greater social skills, higher levels of education, and better integration into primary school.