Every childhood shapes an adult life

Every childhood shapes an adult life.

I'm a parent or carer

Every family is different. Every family needs support sometimes.

For Parents or Carers

I'm a child or young person

Sometimes life feels confusing or difficult. We'll help you find what's right for you.

For Children and Young People
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I'm a professional

Tell us about the child or family's situation and we'll point you to the services that may help.

For Professionals

Our Crèche and Preschool

An award winning early years’ service in Blackrock and Faranree, Cork where children are seen as beautiful individuals, nurtured and encouraged to thrive.

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What the work produces

We measure outcomes and publish them, including the ones that disappoint us.

30+ years Working alongside children, families and professionals
1,000+ Children engaged with every year
9 services Across Cork, Kerry, Tipperary and Waterford

Our Connected Services Model

Because children’s lives don’t fit neatly into services.
Needs change. Circumstances change. Families change.

Our Connected Support Model brings specialist services together around the child, providing the right support at the right time.

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Our Partners

Trusted by professionals across children's services

Tusla
Dept Justice Home Affairs
Department of social protection
Government of Ireland
HSE
Cork City Council
Pobal
European Union
Sexual Health

How We Work

Although every child and family is different, the way we work is guided by the same core principles across every Childhood Matters service.

Child-Centred

Children are at the heart of every decision we make. We recognise every child as an individual, with their own experiences, strengths and potential.

Relationship-Based

Positive relationships are the foundation for growth, healing and lasting change. We work alongside children, parents, carers and professionals to build trust and strengthen the relationships that matter most.

Trauma-Informed

We look beyond behaviour to understand the experiences that have shaped it. By responding with compassion, consistency and understanding, we help create environments where children can feel safe enough to grow and recover.

Strengths-Based

Every child, family and community has strengths. We build on what is already working while providing support where it is needed most.