Preschool Information Session on Wednesday 26^th Sept from 10:30 am – 12:00 in ConnecT21 DSG Centre in Moycullen.

The aim of this session is to provide you with the relevant information on the supports and resources available to children with Down syndrome in preschools in Galway city and county.

10.15 am – 10.30 am       Registration  (Tea/Coffee)

10.30 am  – 11.45 am     Presentations

• Eimear Collins  – Early Intervention Officer – Down Syndrome Ireland

Specific Learning Profile, Communications, Literacy, Numeracy, Inclusion and Independence re preschool children

• Andrea Leufer – Development Officer – Galway Childcare Committee

Role in relation to supporting preschools & childcare providers

• Laura McNally – National Service Coordinator  – Access & Inclusion Model (AIM) Better Start

Overview of AIM and supports available to preschools re children with disabilities.

11.45 am – 12.00  Q & A Session

It will also be an opportunity to visit our new premises in Moycullen which has recently been acquired for the benefit of all our branch members