Little Valley Preschool

Christmas Jumper this Friday. 🎅🏻🎄for my daughter’s friend’s partner. All funds raised on the day will go straight to help Patrick 😃 Please 🙏 can everyone share and help in anyway they can as Patrick needs treatment. No matter how small you donate every little bit helps. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE 🙏🙏🙏

Our theme this week is all about me 😃

Parents and Guardians

The NCSE Parents Notify Form is now open for those seeking a place in a special class or special school for the 2026/27 school year.
Submitting the form with reports helps the NCSE assess your child’s needs. If eligible, you’ll receive an eligibility letter - a key part of the school application process.
🗓️ Deadline: October 1st, 2025
Already have an eligibility letter? No need to reapply - just contact your local SENO if you need an updated version.
Need help or unsure if you should apply?
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: 01 603 3346
🔗 More info: https://shorturl.at/baFD3

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the new year commences, we are excited to announce an upcoming AIM online event taking place this Wednesday, September 10th, at 10:00 a.m.

Don’t miss out—secure your spot now:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1650392260679?aff=oddtdtcreator

AIM is dedicated to offering high-quality early learning and care for every child, fostering inclusivity in preschools. Both children and staff gain from universal and targeted support.
Join us for a complimentary online session to discover more about AIM.

What a glorious morning ☀️

The best of luck to all the boys and girls starting big school. You got this 🙌💗💙

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into everyday life, it is also starting to shape how children learn and engage in school.

The National Parents Council (NPC) has been invited by the Oireachtas Committee on AI in Education to a meeting on the topic "Introduction to AI: Children and Young People." To prepare for this, we are conducting a short survey to gather parents’ views on the use of AI in education.

We want to hear your thoughts on how AI is being used in classrooms, your level of awareness, and any hopes or concerns you may have. The survey explores key areas such as personalised learning, AI tutors, automated grading, privacy, ethics, and the role of teachers in an AI-supported classroom.

Your responses will directly inform the NPC’s submission to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on AI in Education.

👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.office.com/e/SiFtw11nQN

🕒 The survey will remain open until the 8th of September 2025.

📧 For technical assistance or inquiries, contact: [email protected]



Thank you for taking the time to share your views.

Attention Parents

Notice from the National Parent's Council

The first five years of your child’s life are crucial for their long-term positive mental health. To help you create a nurturing environment, the National Parents Council (NPC), in partnership with St. Patrick's Mental Health Services, is offering free online webinars designed to empower parents with practical tools and advice.

📅 Session Dates and Times:

Monday, 25th of August: 12pm or 7.30pm
Thursday, 28th of August: 12pm
What You’ll Learn:
This programme provides valuable insights and strategies, including:

How everyday life impacts your child’s mental health.
Helping your child manage emotions and cope with challenges.
Building and nurturing a strong parent-child relationship.
Supporting your child in developing resilience.
Promoting children’s rights for a mentally healthy life.
Practical steps to implement the Five Ways to Wellbeing.
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Session Details:
Each webinar lasts approximately 70 minutes and includes an interactive Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and receive tailored advice from our experienced facilitators.

How to Register:
To secure your spot, simply click the link below and choose your preferred date and time:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Early_years_mental_health_Aug2025

Attention Parents

The National Parents Council (NPC) is asking for your help to understand how well the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT) service model is working for children with disabilities and their families.

We have created a short survey to collect your feedback, which will be shared with the National Disability Authority (NDA) as part of its independent review of the CDNT model. This is a chance for your voice to be heard and may help shape how disability services are delivered in the future.

The survey asks about your experience accessing CDNT services, the kind of support your child received, how long you waited, and how well the team worked with your family. It also explores key areas like inclusion, communication, teamwork, and whether services are meeting your child’s needs.

Your opinions are very important. By sharing your experience, you can help improve services for thousands of children and families across Ireland.

👉 You can take the survey here: https://forms.office.com/e/wYJEvwTSRc

The survey will remain open until Wednesday, August 20th, 2025.