April 22 | News

Minister Foley announces new €10 million capital scheme for early learning and childcare services

Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley – TD has announced the opening of a €10 million capital funding scheme to deliver a significant number of additional early learning and childcare places. 22 04 2026 Minister Foley Building Blocks Scheme thumbnail image

The Building Blocks Extension Scheme Phase 2 will provide grants for community and private early learning and childcare services who are Core Funding partner services to increase their capacity by means of extensions to their existing premises.

Read the full press release here: https://www.gov.ie/…/minister-foley-announces-new-10…/

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