We are just about to launch the Pobal HP Deprivation Index - Ireland's primary social gradient tool. Based on the latest Census information, it reveals the profile of communities throughout Ireland #PobalMaps

Anna Shakespeare, CEO of Pobal, opens our conference in Dublin Castle. To view the Pobal HP Deprivation Index, please visit data.pobal.ie #PobalMaps

Minister Joe O'Brien TD for Dublin Fingal launching the Pobal HP Deprivation Index at Dublin Castle. Visit data.pobal.ie to view the findings #PobalMaps

🗣An t-Aire Joe O'Brien TD for Dublin Fingal ag caint i gCaisleán BhÁC ag ár n-imeacht seolta Innéacs Díothachta HP + Comhdháil Náisiúnta #Pobal30 Mar chuid den lá tá: ⭐️Plé faoin ionchuimsiú sóisialta ⭐️Ceiliúradh obair eagraíochtaí áitiúla #BaileÁthaCliath Lean muid i rith an lae👇 #PobalMaps

Our panel, facilitated by Dearbhail McDonald, discussing how to use the Pobal HP Deprivation Index for policy and planning. Visit data.pobal.ie to view the index #PobalMaps

A really interesting & important, event today launching the updated Pobal Deprivation Index. This data shows Gov needs to redouble efforts to focus more resources on deprived areas & prioritise targeted initiatives such as the Empowering Communities Programme I launched in 2022

We are delighted to launch & share the important findings of the Pobal 2022 HP Deprivation Index. Learn more about this valuable resource & explore Pobal Maps by visiting pobal.ie

Creativity allows young people a myriad of opportunities to express themselves, to approach the world in a new way, and to experiment with new means and methods to solve problems. Access the Creative Youth Plan 2023-2027 HERE betterstart.ie/2023/11/08/cre…

Getting Hooked on Books! Choose Books that Spark Your Child’s Interest. Books are a terrific way to build your child’s language and literacy skills. Here are some ideas to get your child hooked on books! hanen.org/Helpful-Info/A…

On Friday the 19th of Jan Minister Roderic O’Gorman T.D. shared the positive outcomes of the independent evaluation of the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM). To access the evaluation, see link here gov.ie/en/press-relea…

Minister Roderic O’Gorman TD has today launched Equal Start - a major new model of government-funded supports to ensure children experiencing disadvantage can access and meaningfully participate in early learning and childcare. Read the press release at: bit.ly/4bMcvrs

👋Great news for #EarlyLearningandCare with the launch of Equal Start. 🆕This new model of government-funded supports will ensure children experiencing disadvantage can meaningfully participate in early learning & childcare. 👉See more here: gov.ie/en/press-relea…

As part of our celebration of the first United Nations International Day of Play on June 11th, we're thrilled to share our press release highlighting the importance of play for every child. Read Here➡️shorturl.at/RVcLW Register for our Webinar➡️rb.gy/cot2wo

📣 Ministers Roderic O’Gorman TD and Heather Humphreys launch the My Little Library Book Bag 2024 📍 Read the full press release here: bit.ly/3XydM1m

Discover the First 5 Ireland Transition Guide. This essential resource provides valuable insights and practical tips to support children’s transition into early education. Read Here: bit.ly/3KI4hVF Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College. Early Childhood Ireland Froebel Department

Better Start Customer Service Survey 2023 Thanks to all who took part in the Better Start National Early Years Quality Development Customer Satisfaction Survey 2023. A summary of findings and a full analysis are on our website homepage betterstart.ie

‘My Inclusion Plan’ is a resource to guide Early Years Educators in planning and assessing. Its been developed to outline actions and additional assistance that may be required to ensure children’s inclusion in Early Learning and Care Settings. betterstart.ie/2024/09/03/my-…

The goal of a Social Narrative is to share accurate social information in a patient and reassuring manner that is easily understood by its audience.’ In this video, Carol Gray gives some advice on writing social narratives. betterstart.ie/2024/08/30/mid…