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Find registered childcare in N Ireland and useful information including financial support
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Last Update: 20/01/2025
Information on Pre-school, Primary and Post Primary School Admissions
Admissions Criteria for Pre-schools, Primary and Post primary schools are now published.
Northern Ireland Childcare Support Scheme (NICSS)
The Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) is one of the measures announced as part of Early Learning and Childcare Strategy announced by the Minister for Education in May 2024.
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We are constantly looking at ways to improve information on this website. This brief survey is designed to gather your feedback
Cancer Support Services
Family Support NI with the Department of Health and Cancer Charities Coalition hosts information about services available for people living with cancer, their families, and carers.
Working Parents - Financial Assistance with Childcare Costs
Many working parents are not claiming government financial assistance with childcare costs e.g. Tax Free Childcare, Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit which will support them to remain in work. Most working families are eligible ...
Worried about the welfare of a child?
If you are worried about the welfare of a child
or young person not already known to social services,
please contact your gateway team in your local Health and Social Care Trust.
Are YOU worried or in despair?
Please call lifeline. Lifeline is the Northern Ireland crisis response helpline service for people who are experiencing distress or despair.
Child sexual exploitation in N Ireland
If you're concerned about child sexual exploitation or want more information, you can contact a 24-hour
helpline to get confidential advice and support:
Telephone number: 0800 389 1701
Visit NIDirect for more: Child sexual exploitation – protecting children and young people
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