Minister Norma Foley – TD is delighted to announce that additional funding of €100,000 has been secured, on top of last year’s allocation of €250,000, to reflect the growth of Parent and Toddler groups in recent years.

The funding can be used for a variety of purposes including children’s toys, equipment and books as well as children’s refreshments and snacks. It can also be used for children’s activities such as arts and crafts and music. Parents can also be supported with parenting courses and courses in first aid for children.

If you are involved with a Parent and Toddler Group in Laois  and wish to apply for the 2025 P&T  funding please complete the application form and send it back to Laois County Childcare Committee by 28^th March 2025. 

Please note that you must ALSO submit

• up-to-date bank statements/credit union or post office statements (reflecting the groups closing balance as of 31st December 2024) and
• Forward evidence of insurance with application for existing P&T Groups.  For newly formed groups, if insurance is not available, evidence must be submitted within one month of the application being completed.

Please see below Application form and Guidelines to download

2025 Parent and Toddler Application Form

Guidelines for Parent & Toddler Groups