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We welcome the publication of the draft Early Learning and Childcare Strategy today. Agreed by the Executive, the draft Strategy will now be issued for public consultation, and we look forward to contributing to this process whilst continuing to support the SAC sector ๐
๐ ANNOUNCEMENT | Education Minister Paul Givan has today launched a draft Executive Early Learning and Childcare Strategy.
The strategy sets out plans to transform early learning and childcare in Northern Ireland which could cut costs for families by over 50%.
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Communities impacted by discrimination & conflict often experience higher levels of trauma across generations.
Exposure in parents or grandparents can affect future generations, but most children experience no adverse effects ๐ง
Hereโs a brief history of the research ๐๐๐งต
Today is Transgenerational Trauma Awareness Day (TTAD) ๐Launched in 2021, TTAD highlights how trauma can be passed from one generation to the next, and how we're supporting resilience in communities affected by the Troubles across NI & border regions.
So what is it exactly? ๐
๐ Issue 2 of OG News is live! ๐ฐ
Inside: highlights from our shared learning events, our new Regional Youth Panel, and updates from all partners. ๐
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#PEACEPLUS#GrowingUpBetterTogether
There's only a few weeks left to tell us how you use the Playwork Principles.
If you provide staffed play provision, in whatever setting, we want to hear from you. Please complete the short online survey - it's only 4 questions - by 31 December: https://t.co/gZINDEIrbp
Junior Ministers Aisling Reilly and Joanne Bunting helped celebrate the 40th anniversary of PlayBoard NI by opening the organisationโs โSpaces for Play, Spaces for Childhoodโ conference in Belfast on World Childrenโs Day.
Speaking at the event, the Junior Ministers praised PlayBoardโs important work over the last four decades, which has promoted the essential developmental, educational and social value of play, improving the lives of children and young people across NI.
#PBConf2025 #WorldChildrensDay
Inspirational address from Playworker Amber highlighting plays role in delivering life shaping experiences, building resilience and teaching valuable life lessons #schoolagechildcare2025
Cathy Mason MLA highlights the critical value of Play Based School Age childcare @playboard_ School Age Childcare - The Journey The Future conference #schoolagechildcare2025
Looking forward to seeing practitioners from across Northern Ireland this morning at PlayBoard's regional conference Celebrating the Present and Looking to the Future of Play-Based School Age Childcare https://t.co/UprPaPITgK
FSNI will be attending the Childcare Partnership (CCP) & PlayBoard NI special morning of inspiration, learning and PLAY on 26th September 2025 at Hill of the O'Neill & Ranfurly House, Market Square, Dungannon. For information and booking https://t.co/eqAyQ6OWAt
With deep sadness we note the closure of Parenting Focus after 46 years of dedicated service to families in NI. Its legacy of support, resilience & compassion leaves a lasting impact. Our heartfelt thanks to the Board & staff for their vision and commitment. ๐
๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ! We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Senior Management Team as Director of Corporate Services & Finance.
Apply now: https://t.co/2Sfb6dTe7S
Closing date: Monday 25 August at 2:00pm.
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Why playing can improve our health and mood - at any age ๐
"We are all, after all, just โoldโ children โ we have an innate need to play, so letโs do more of it."
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๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐น๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ!
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Senior Management Team in the pivotal role of Director of Corporate Services & Finance.
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Upcoming workshops - book now!
๐ฃFinancial support for working parents for childcare practitioners & parents, 12 Aug, 10am or 7pm, online.
๐ฃ Branching out: outdoor play unleashed for school-age childcare practitioners, 15 Aug, 10am-1pm, Belfast.
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We hope everyone enjoyed a fun-filled #Playday2025!
If you organised an event, we'd love your feedback - fill out our short survey at https://t.co/ywxMKGvjxG
Date for your diary: #Playday2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday 5 August 2026! ๐ฅณ
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If you hosted a Playday event, weโd love to hear how it went! ๐ฌ
Please take a few minutes to fill in our short survey and help us make Playday even better:
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Thank you for being part of the fun! ๐๐
๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ณ๐๐ป ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ณ๐ฎ๐๐!
We celebrated #Playday2025 with parachute games, chalk art & messy play.๐จ๐
Thanks to @IKEAUK@Tracybelfast1 & all who joined us to support #SpacesForPlay - creating welcoming spaces for children to play, connect & have fun!