The Early Years Academy Ltd

The Early Years Academy Ltd is a childcare centre situated in Blackrock, Co. Dublin, offering a nurturing environment that combines play‑based learning with Montessori principles. The facility provides part‑time pre‑school sessions from 8:15 am to 1 pm for children aged two to five, as well as after‑school care from 1 pm to 6 pm for primary‑school pupils. Dedicated rooms cater to specific age groups, including a Toddler Room for children from two years, a Junior Montessori Room for those from two years and nine months, and a Senior Montessori Room for children aged three and a half years and older. Classrooms are designed as dynamic learning spaces, filled with sensory‑rich manipulatives, open‑ended toys and carefully arranged materials that encourage independent discovery and hands‑on exploration. Educators, trained in both play‑based and Montessori methodologies, act as facilitators, guiding children through self‑directed activities while ensuring a safe, relaxed “home from home” atmosphere. The academy also supports families through eligibility for the National Childcare Scheme and the ECCE Scheme, making quality early education more accessible.