Citation
Barnardos. (2013). Early Years eNews: Issue 3. https://knowledge.barnardos.ie/handle/20.500.13085/545
Abstract
The early years sector is under intense focus following on
from the findings of the RTE Prime Time investigation A
Breach of Trust into practices at crèches. This has created
great concern for both parents and staff in early childhood
care and education settings. We bring you an update of the
response of the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs to
this, including the plans to increase the required
qualification standards of early years staff.
We also bring you details of the launch of the Association of
Childhood Professionals which represents 22,500 childcare
professionals across the country as well as other news and
developments.