Catkins Early Years Service

13/07/2026

✨Come join our team ✨
For further information contact Ali on details below

23/06/2026

Graduation ready!

“You’re off to great places. Today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so… get on your way.” – Dr. Seuss

While we are sad to say goodbye we will cherish the wonderful memories.

Thank you to all the children, families and Educators that made this an amazing year.

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

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As a community organisation supporting women and children in crisis and providing a safe environment for our service users and staff, this is what we were faced with yesterday morning – vandalism on our premises in Ardnacassa over the weekend. We have CCTV footage and this is with the Gardaí at present who have been very responsive to this issue. However, it is saddening that the Gardaí are having to respond to call outs over petty vandalism. Also, repairing the damage to our creche gardens will have a severe impact on us financially. We cannot understand why individuals think that it is ok to behave this way and we are disgusted at the people who did this. The damage occurred between the hours of 14:40 and 17:00 on Saturday and 11:00 and 16:00 on Sunday. We thank our hard working staff for ensuring that the areas were cleaned and made risk free promptly and we can continue to run safe services and we thank all those in the community who support us. Shame on those that engage in this destructive, appalling behaviour.

11/06/2026

Now that's a lot of bags! A big thank you to all of the parents who have supported the clothing collection. The collection will close at 5:30pm today and the money raised will go towards new toys for the creche rooms!

18/05/2026

Hi All,
We are sticking with our educational theme of recycling! Please see details below for a fundraising clothing collection. Perfect time for a clear out before the summer holidays! Please share this message with neighbours and friends.

04/04/2026

🌟 Early Learning and Care & School Age Childcare services! 🌟
From 31 Mar–7 May, Minister Norma Foley invites you to join Children’s Creative Spaces centred around the theme “Where I learn and play” 🎨
Contact your local Childcare Committee for details. ✨

30/03/2026

The children were super excited for their easter egg hunt on Friday!

19/03/2026

Manual Handling Training

Date: Monday, 23 March 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Location: Longford Women's Link

Cost: €50 per student

A €25 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place.
The remaining balance must be paid before the class begins.

Places are limited to 10 students.

☕ Tea and coffee will be provided.

📞 To book a place or for more information:
Phone 043 3341511

19/03/2026

🌟 Expression of Interest – Early Years Educators 🌟

We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest from qualified Early Years / Childcare Educators who may be interested in possible upcoming opportunities within our service.

Requirement:
✔ QQI Childcare Level 5 (minimum) – Essential

We would love to hear from educators who are passionate about working with children and interested in joining our team in the future.

📧 Please send your CV and a short introduction to: [email protected]
Subject: Expression of Interest – Early Years Educator

Please note: This is not a current vacancy, but an opportunity to register your interest for potential future roles.