The Welsh Government is currently undertaking a cross-government review of their programmes and services to ensure they have maximum impact on the lives of children, young people and families living in poverty. Many of their existing programmes are designed to support families living in poverty with day-to-day living costs (eg. Free School Meals, [...]
By now you should have received a letter to let you know that from January 2020 CIW will be going online for childcare and play providers, and asking you to create your online account by calling CIW on 0300 7900 126 and selecting option 4. You need to create an online account in order [...]
Early Years Wales are pleased to announce the appointment of David Goodger as our new Chief Executive Officer. David will take over from Jane Alexander when she retires at the end of February. We all look forward to supporting him in his new role. He brings a wealth of experience and skills to [...]
The CWLWM Partnership organisations are providing SASS support to all providers between January 6th and February 4th 2020. A variety of sessions have been arranged to cater for all from evening drop in sessions to weekend workshops, as well as plenty of telephone and email support available during office hours. To see what's happening [...]
In November, letters were sent out to all providers in three phases - firstly to those who do not have an online account; then childminders who already have an online account; and finally, to day care providers who already have an online account. Have you had your letter? If not, you will need to [...]
The 5 Early Years support organisations in the UK and Ireland are: Early Childhood Ireland Early Years Early Years Alliance Early Years Scotland Early Years Wales We are proud to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) on 20th November 2019 and congratulate all who [...]
Did you know there are a variety of careers available working with children? Help inspire the next generation to reach their full potential. Wales will need thousands more people to work in caring roles with adults and children by 2030 if it is to keep pace with the growing demand for care services [...]
When you become a member of Early Years Wales you automatically gain access to a team of Early Years experts who are able to influence and guide legislation on your behalf. Early Years Wales, and the other childcare organisations are due to be meeting with Welsh Government in due course to discuss the Childcare [...]
In November 2019 you will receive a letter from CIW with important information about CIW Online. This letter requires you to take action to activate an online account. You must do this whether you have previously created an online account or not. Your online account will make it much easier for you to [...]
Childcare Grant The Welsh Government is launching a Childcare Grant to facilitate the creation of additional flexible childcare places throughout Wales. There are two separate Grants under the scheme being made available to help increase childcare places. Childcare Start-Up Grant Is being made available to encourage new childminders into the sector. The grant will offer [...]
