Bumbles Bees Creche

Bumble Bees Creche, located in Birch Close, Ferrybank, offers a comprehensive early years and after‑school programme for children from six months up to sixth class. Operating Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 17:45, the centre provides both full‑time and part‑time places, catering for infants, toddlers, senior toddlers, and school‑age children. The facility is divided into several purpose‑built rooms – a Baby Room for infants (6‑13 months, 1:3 ratio), a Toddler Room (13 months‑2 years, 1:5), a Senior Toddler Room (2‑3 years, 1:6), two Playgroup sections (up to 22 children each) and an Afterschool Club for ages 4‑12 (1:12 ratio). The centre follows a play‑based, child‑centred curriculum aligned with the Aistear framework, emphasising the role of play as the key to learning. It promotes an inclusive, anti‑bias culture where every child feels they belong, and it supports healthy eating and overall well‑being, having participated in the Healthy Ireland Smart Start Programme. Funding options such as the National Childcare Scheme are highlighted to assist families with childcare costs.