Giggles Creche ltd

Giggles Creche provides high‑quality early years care in a secure, caring and homely environment across two sites in County Cork – Crossbarry and Passage West. The centre’s mission is to deliver a stimulating and enjoyable curriculum that builds children’s competence, confidence and self‑esteem. Care is personalised, with a focus on creating a warm atmosphere where both parents and children feel supported and valued. The facility offers dedicated spaces for toddlers, with separate areas for children aged 1‑1.5 years and 1.5‑2.5 years. Each area includes age‑appropriate toys, a sleep room, and a mirror for self‑exploration. Daily routines incorporate snack and lunch times, singing, messy play, art and crafts, story time and a rest period, ensuring a balanced mix of learning and play. Montessori sessions are woven throughout the full‑day programme, reflecting Maria Montessori’s practical, child‑centred approach, and the centre also follows the Aistear and Siolta frameworks, promoting play‑based learning. Key features include a long‑standing relationship with families built over 23 years, a commitment to early years education standards, and a variety of activities designed to develop sensory, motor and social skills. The creche aims to provide a nurturing setting that prepares children for the transition to formal schooling while fostering a love of learning.