Early Childhood Care and Education

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Thursday, 22 January 2026

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Roderic O'Gorman

Question:

494. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality when the review of the ECCE programme will be completed; when it will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5220/26]

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Minister for Children, Disability and Equality

The independent review of the ECCE Programme was completed in 2024, with the final report published in October of that year.

The Department is now considering potential enhancements to the ECCE programme on the basis of the review.

Any change will require a thorough review of the evidence and consideration of impacts on children, parents and preschool providers.

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