Please see Version 3 of the FAQs https://bit.ly/2P5ANay on the current arrangements for provision of ELC and SAC for the period 1 February – 7 March.

This version replaces the FAQs that issued on 27 January and new information is highlighted in grey in the text to distinguish it from previous versions.
The FAQs that issued of Wednesday on the gradual reopening of ELC and SAC services covers the period of 8 March – 28 March and should not be confused.
National Childcare Scheme

Increase to NCS subsidy rates

Please see the below important update for ELC/SAC providers on the increase to the minimum subsidy rate & certain sponsor rates for the National Childcare