Early Childhood

Aistear is the early childhood curriculum framework for all children from birth to 6 years in Ireland. The framework uses four interconnected themes to describe children’s learning and development: Well-being; Identity and Belonging; Communicating; and Exploring and Thinking.

Visit NCCA/Early Childhood website.

 

Aistear 2024

Aistear 2009

Support Videos

Support Materials for Early Childhood

Research

Principles & Themes

Guidelines for Good Practice

Aistear Siolta Practice Guide

Mo Scéal Resources