Describe 3 categories of service For each of the following describe its key purpose and a brief outline of how it applies to early years provision in Ireland

Required to demonstrate knowledge of government initiatives and early years support agencies and services in Ireland and abroad.

Describe 3 categories of service For each of the following describe its key purpose and a brief outline of how it applies to early years provision in Ireland 1) Aistear 2) First 5 3) Children First Act 2015 4) Siolta Complete a comparison of the early years provision in Ireland as it compares to Canada. Use the following headings; Principal aim Main drivers Main programme Funding Education policy