Bluebells at Ayle

12/10/2026

12/10/2026

🌿✨ A little magic begins at Bluebells at Ayle… ✨🌿

💚 Preschool bookings are now open for September 2027!

At Bluebells, childhood is something to be treasured. Our little corner of the world is a place where muddy boots, curious minds and wild imaginations belong. Where little hands discover, friendships blossom, confidence grows and the natural world becomes a classroom full of wonder. 🌱🍄🌼

We believe children deserve the freedom to explore, the space to be themselves and the time to simply be children. Through outdoor adventures, meaningful play and the magic of everyday discoveries, we create a childhood that is a little less hurried, a little more connected to nature, and full of moments that matter.

Nestled in the countryside, just 10 minutes from Tipperary Town, Bluebells at Ayle offers something a little different — a place where children can get muddy, ask questions, take risks, discover their capabilities and let their imaginations run wild. 🌳🍃

If you’re looking for a truly special beginning to your little one’s preschool journey, we would love to hear from you. 💙

📩 To enquire about a place for September 2027, contact Amanda on 087 416 9440.

Little feet, wild hearts and childhoods rooted in nature. 🌿✨

07/10/2026

We have been back in playschool now for over a month and the children have settled in so well. They are finding their feet amongst the freedom to move, to choose and to spend time doing the things that they enjoy. We are very much looking forward to seeing their development during the year. No two years in Bluebells is the same so lots of fun ahead!

31/07/2026

Do you have a preschooler who never seems to stop moving? That's okay.

Do they love to climb, jump, explore and spend every possible minute outdoors? That's okay.

Do they sometimes find it difficult to listen to instructions? That's okay.

Are they still learning how to understand and manage their big emotions? That's okay.

Are they taking their own time to develop their speech and language? That's okay.

Do they become easily distracted or move quickly from one activity to the next? That's okay.

These aren't flaws to be fixed. They're often part of childhood, and every child develops at their own pace.

At Bluebells, we see the child before the behaviour. We take time to understand each child's unique personality, interests and needs, creating an environment where they feel safe, valued and supported as they grow.

If you're looking for a nurturing, outdoor preschool just 10 minutes from Tipperary Town, we'd love to show you what makes Bluebells so special. Get in touch to find out more. (Amanda-087 4169440)

30/07/2026

In accordance with Childcare Regulations, we publish our fees table for 2026/27 for your general information...

10/07/2026

A last minute space has become available for a free preschool place in our beautiful and unique little outdoor playschool, less than 15 minutes outside Tipperary Town. If you would like to find out more please contact Amanda on 087 416 9440.

17/05/2026

Our time together is coming in an end which brings with it many feelings... sadness that we won't be a group for much longer, delight that we made it this far 😃, disbelief that it has gone so fast, excitement for what is to come and pride for what we have achieved together. Our wish at the beginning of every year is that we provide a safe, happy and nurturing space for our children to grow, and develop their strength, confidence and resilience. This year we have done just that, and with realisation that each child that will leave us better off for spending this year in Bluebells makes this a very rewarding experience for my amazing colleagues and I. Now...where is the sun so we can build this swimming pool they have on their end of year bucket list 😅

08/05/2026

We have had a lovely week, full of sunshine and outdoor play. We have been caring for our hens, one of whom was located in the bathroom this morning and the other one laid an 🥚 on the chair on the veranda 😅.

24/04/2026

It's been a very busy week. We have made dandelion cookies which are actually delicious and blueberry muffins, there has been a lot of risky play involving bikes, slides and jumping from heights and of course the sunshine, making it all the nicer to be outside...

27/03/2026

Our new hens have been a great hit with the children. They have loved taking care of them and finding precious eggs every day. The children have taken home the eggs and made a variety of yummy food. We have fixed the coop, learned how to install an automatic door opener and figured out what foods the hens most like to eat. Keeping hens is so much fun and all the better when you get delicious healthy eggs to eat. We hope you all get eggs of the chocolate variety over Easter and come back to playschool with lots of news! Happy Easter everyone 🐥🥚🍫