Creche

Footprints Early Years

Dublin 8, Dublin

Tusla registered

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At a glance

Registered age range
2 - 6 Years
Registered care
Part Time, Sessional
Registered capacity
22 children
Tusla ID
TU2019DY008

Practical details

Address
St. Catherine's Sports Centre, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8, Dublin 8, Co. Dublin
Location
Dublin 8, Dublin
Registered capacity
22 children
Tusla ID
TU2019DY008

After-school care

Tusla's School Age Services register lists school-age childcare at this address under this provider, for children aged 4 to 12, registered for up to 24 children.

We have not confirmed opening hours, current availability, or which of those ages are taken now. Ask the service before you plan around it.

Tusla School Age Services register, June 2026 (published 4 August 2026). Register reference TU2022DY002SA.

About

Based inside a sports complex in Dublin 8, Footprints Early Years runs from 09:00 to 13:30, Monday to Friday. It is a part-time and sessional service for children aged 2 to 6 years. The premises consists of one care room with sanitary accommodation and nappy changing facilities, plus an enclosed outdoor area at the rear. The ECCE programme runs from 09:00 to 12:00. School age care is also available in the afternoon. Seven adults work in the service, including the person in charge, an area support manager and five early years practitioners.

Summary based on the Tusla inspection report of November 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Footprints Early Years registered with Tusla?

Yes. Footprints Early Years is listed as a Tusla-registered early years service.

Where is Footprints Early Years?

Footprints Early Years is in Dublin 8, Dublin. The address and contact details on this page come from the provider record.

How many children can Footprints Early Years take?

The registered capacity shown for Footprints Early Years is 22 children.