Ballinasloe Social Services Pre-School

Ballinasloe Social Services Pre‑School provides early childhood care and education within the Brackernagh complex in Ballinasloe, County Galway. Operating under the wider charitable organisation that has served the community since 1972, the pre‑school offers a safe, welcoming environment for children to learn and develop. The centre is part of a broader social inclusion agenda, promoting compassion, empathy and transparent engagement with families. It supports parents who wish to enrol their children through the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Scheme or the National Childcare Scheme, ensuring that funding options are accessible and that care is affordable. The facility focuses on a holistic approach to childcare, combining play‑based learning with age‑appropriate activities that foster social interaction, independence and early literacy. Emphasis is placed on creating a nurturing atmosphere where children feel valued and are encouraged to explore, while staff adhere to the organisation’s values of integrity, transparency and effective working practices. The pre‑school aims to support the developmental needs of toddlers and preschool‑aged children, preparing them for the transition to primary education.