Welcome to Shournagh Childcare
Discover a world of nurturing care at Shournagh Childcare, your trusted partner in your child’s early years. For over a quarter of a century, we’ve provided a family-run, homely, high-quality childcare experience, blending Irish warmth with professional care. Here, every child is embraced as one of our own.
Our Services
Full Day Care
From 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, our Full Day Care service offers a harmonious blend of care, learning, and play for children aged ten months to 5 years.
Playschool ECCE
Sessional Care
Tailored for children aged 2 years 8 months to 5 years 6 months, our Sessional Care, including Junior and Senior Playschool, provides a structured yet flexible learning environment
School Age Childcare
Our comprehensive School Age Childcare caters to 4 to 12-year-olds, offering a Breakfast Club, After School care, and enriching holiday programs.
Why Choose Us
At Shournagh Childcare, choosing us means choosing a legacy of love, learning, and laughter. For 25 years, we’ve been more than a childcare centre – we’re a community, where every child is cherished and nurtured. Our dedicated team, deeply rooted in professional excellence and continuous learning, ensures a safe, stimulating environment that mirrors the warmth of home. Embracing a child-led approach, our curriculum is tailored to foster not just academic growth but holistic development. Partner with us for a childcare experience where your child’s happiness and well-being are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Story
Rooted in the heart of Blarney for 25 years, Shournagh Childcare stands as a testament to enduring quality and compassionate care in early childhood education. Founded on the principle of providing a nurturing environment, akin to home, we have flourished into a cornerstone of our community, offering unwavering support to generations of families
Our Philosophy
We believe in the power of nurturing care, mirroring the love and attention your child receives at home. Our ethos revolves around creating a secure, supportive, and stimulating environment where children can grow, explore, and flourish. We look after every child as we would our own
Safety & Support
At Shournagh Childcare, your child’s safety is paramount. Our comprehensive policies and procedures are meticulously crafted to ensure a secure environment. Our experienced team is your partner, easing the transition from home to creche with empathy and expertise. Shournagh Childcare crèche is NOT a risk-free environment where you have children and adults accidents will happen; Shournagh ChildCare considers itself to be a Risk Rich environment where children are introduced to a low level of risk and are taught how to cope with risk in a healthy way. We cannot avoid risk but manage risk by being aware of risk and knowing what to do in a risky situation.
Our Team
Our team members are highly qualified, continually enhancing their skills and through upskilling to provide the best care and education. We ensure that everyone caring for your child meets our rigorous standards through safe recruitment practices and continuous monitoring and upskilling.
Curriculum
Our Approach: Our curriculum is a tapestry of imagination and learning woven through a child-led, play-based approach. We cherish the natural curiosity of children, guiding them through fun-filled learning experiences.
Learning through play: We believe that fun is the language of children. At Shournagh Childcare, we create an environment where play and learning merge, fostering social, emotional, and physical well-being.
Framework Alignment: Our curriculum is aligned with Aistear and Siolta, ensuring a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate educational journey. Our staff, skilled in these frameworks, are dedicated to nurturing your child’s potential.
Discover the Shournagh Difference
Register Your Interest Today
Begin your child’s journey with us today. We’re here to guide you through every step – from understanding our curriculum to exploring our state-of-the-art facilities. Secure your place at Shournagh Childcare and join a community that’s committed to fostering young minds.
