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What is the NCS?
The NCS offers vital financial assistance to families, specifically targeting early learning and childcare expenses. This scheme extends support to children aged between 24 weeks and 15 years, encompassing a wide range of developmental stages.
Types of Subsidies
Universal Subsidy: This subsidy is accessible to all eligible families without means testing, providing €2.14 per hour for up to 45 hours per week.
Income-Assessed Subsidy: Tailored to individual family circumstances, this subsidy considers factors such as family income, the child’s age, educational stage, and the number of children in the family. Rates are determined based on these variables, ensuring targeted support where it’s needed most.
How to Apply for the NCS:
Applying for the NCS is a straightforward process, designed with convenience in mind.
You can easily submit your application online via the NCS website.
For a step-by-step guide, visit NCS Website and access their comprehensive online application guide here.
ECCE Scheme
The Early Childhood Care and Education Programme (ECCE) is a free, universal two-year preschool programme available to all children within the eligible age range funded by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth (DCEDIY). It provides children with their first formal experience of early learning prior to commencing primary school.
You can find out more about the ECCE Scheme here.
