The ECCE Preschool grant is available each September for children aged 2 years 8 months or older, until they go to primary school.
Younger children will not qualify for this grant but can avail of the National Childcare Scheme apply here
It is important that all the names are spelled exactly as they appear on the PPS records.
A PPS number is always 7 numbers followed by either one or two letters. You can obtain your child’s PPS number from the Client Identity Section in the Dept. of Social Protection. Tel 1890 927 999 ( Press “1” ) – You will need to provide them with your own PPS number on the phone.
PleaseDO NOTsubmit your child’s GP card number. We require your child’s PPS number.