ECCE
Preschool programme
Funded year when eligible — we explain eligibility in plain language and help you understand what sessions look like.
Our story
We are a Virginia, Co. Cavan childcare service built around what parents actually need: clear communication, honest answers about availability, and a warm environment where children feel safe.
Trusted by local families
Virginia
Co. Cavan base
6+
School communities
Warm
Daily handovers
Tusla registered
Safeguarding at the centre
Local to Virginia
School-linked care
“A place where children feel safe, supported and free to be themselves.”
Who we are
Little Squirrels is directed by Amanda Jennings, with Colin Jennings supporting governance and administration behind the scenes — so families get clear answers and the team can focus on children.
“Predictable routines. Familiar faces. Warm handovers.”
Parent-first
Children do best when routines are predictable but flexible enough for real life. We combine play-based learning for preschool ages with structured, calming afternoons for school-age children.
Honest answers. No pressure. Room for real life.
ECCE
Funded year when eligible — we explain eligibility in plain language and help you understand what sessions look like.
Local
School-linked after school care where routes are agreed.
Clear
Availability without over-promising — we tell you what we can offer today.
Morning → collection
We plan for consistency — familiar faces, clear boundaries, and time to play and rest. When something changes at home or school, we adjust with you so children feel held, not rushed.
Morning
Warm welcomes
Mid-morning
Play-based learning
Afternoon
Outdoor time
After school
Homework support
Collection
Calm handovers
We support families across Virginia and surrounding school communities. Dedicated school pages help parents searching by name — especially for after school care.
Virginia, Co. Cavan
ECCE & after school care
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Tunnyduff, Co. Cavan
After school care available
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Mount Nugent, Co. Cavan
After school care available
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Cootehill, Co. Cavan
After school care available
View schoolVirginia, Co. Cavan
ECCE & after school care
View schoolTunnyduff, Co. Cavan
After school care available
View schoolMount Nugent, Co. Cavan
After school care available
View schoolCootehill, Co. Cavan
After school care available
View schoolFamilies often come to us after a confusing search elsewhere. What keeps them is simpler: children who feel safe, parents who feel heard, and days that feel steady rather than rushed.
“It felt calm from the first message — no jargon, no pressure, just honest answers about what was actually available.”
What parents tell us most often
Calm routines
Familiar faces
Clear communication
Local school links
Safeguarding first
Flexible guidance
“Finally, childcare that felt clear, calm and honest from the first enquiry.”
We're happy to help you understand availability, routines, funding and the next steps for your family — in plain language, at your pace.
Clear answers · Local support · Warm routines
We reply in plain language — no pressure, no jargon.
