LUSK - ECCE /BREAKFAST CLUB & AFTERSCHOOL

Little Scholars Montessori & Childcare (Carnegie) offers a range of childcare services to support families throughout the day. We provide morning Sessional Care for children from 2 years and 8 months, as well as year-round Breakfast Club and Afterschool Care for children from Junior Infants to 6th Class.

We provide drop-off and collection to Lusk National School only, and care during school closure days is also available for children attending our Breakfast Club and Afterschool service.

Sessional Care

Our morning Sessional Care service is designed for younger children in a warm, nurturing and engaging environment.

Sessional Hours & Fees

Sessional Care -9:00am – 12:00 noon

ECCE registered children: €0

Private Paid Place - 5 days: €75 per week

We offer a 2-year free preschool place for children who are eligible under the ECCE Scheme.

Children must reach the age of 2 years and 8 months before 1st September to qualify for ECCE. Children outside this age group may avail of a private paid place, provided they meet the admission criteria. Private paid sessional places are charged over 38 weeks only.

Sessional Opening Schedule

Our Sessional Care service operates 38 weeks per year, in line with the school term calendar.

Sessional Availability

Little Scholars Montessori & Childcare gives preference to full-time places over part-time places in line with our P&P. Part-time places will be accommodated where available, and a waiting list will be maintained for part-time requests.

Breakfast Club

Our Breakfast Club provides a calm and welcoming start to the school day, with drop-off to Lusk National School included.

Breakfast Club Hours & Fees

7:30am – 8:50am - 5 days: €50 per week

Fees may be discounted through the NCS Scheme for eligible children.

Afterschool Care

Our Afterschool service offers a safe, supportive space where children can relax after school, take part in activities, and enjoy a structured end to their day.

We provide collection from Lusk National School only, and school closure care is also available.

Afterschool Hours & Fees

1:30pm – 6:00pm - €140 per week

2:30pm – 6:00pm - €130 per week

Fees may be discounted through the NCS Scheme for eligible children.

Breakfast Club & Afterschool Opening Schedule

Our Breakfast Club and Afterschool service operates 49 weeks of the year.

We are closed during:

  • the last week of July

  • the first week of August

  • Christmas week

Fees are charged 49 weeks per year, and there is no reduction in fees for Public or Bank Holidays.

Breakfast Club & Afterschool Availability

Little Scholars Montessori & Childcare gives preference to full-time places over part-time places. Part-time places will be accommodated where available, and a waiting list will be maintained for part-time requests.

What We Offer

Children attending our Carnegie service benefit from:

  • Morning Sessional Care

  • ECCE preschool places for eligible children

  • Private paid sessional places

  • Breakfast Club with drop-off to Lusk National School

  • Afterschool Care with collection from Lusk National School

  • School closure care from 9.00am-6.00pm during midterms and summer holidays.

  • A safe, supportive and engaging environment

Our aim is to provide high-quality childcare that supports children’s learning, development and wellbeing at every stage of the day.

Location - Little Scholars Montessori & Childcare (Carnegie Community Hall) Chapel Green Lusk, K45 EO90

Location:

Lusk Community Hall, Chapel Green, Greatcommon, Lusk, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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