Sherpa Kids Ireland
Kinsale, Cork
About Sherpa Kids Ireland
We provide nationwide care for children aged 4-13 in local communities across over 130 schools in Ireland. Our focus is on fostering play, movement, and engagement to support each child's growth and development.
Whether it's starting the morning with activities in our Before School (Rise Then Shine Programmes), enjoying fun after school (Stay and Play Programmes), or taking part in exciting activities during school closures with our Holiday Programmes (Holiday HQ), our purpose is clear: to ensure every day is exceptional for children, families, and school communities.
We are committed to providing flexibility, continuity, and affordability, while also supporting parents in returning to work or pursuing education—always dedicated to making a positive impact!
👇 Find your local Sherpa Kids service below to book and secure your child's spot today!
Whether it's starting the morning with activities in our Before School (Rise Then Shine Programmes), enjoying fun after school (Stay and Play Programmes), or taking part in exciting activities during school closures with our Holiday Programmes (Holiday HQ), our purpose is clear: to ensure every day is exceptional for children, families, and school communities.
We are committed to providing flexibility, continuity, and affordability, while also supporting parents in returning to work or pursuing education—always dedicated to making a positive impact!
👇 Find your local Sherpa Kids service below to book and secure your child's spot today!
Our Activities
MCSJC Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Macroom, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:00am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
SMNC Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Carrigtwohill, cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:20am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
TETSM Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Trim, Meath
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:20am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
CETNS Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Carrigaline, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
GSAC Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Coolroe, Ballincollig, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
KNSJK Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Kenmare, Kerry
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
MCBSC Before School (RTS) and After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
MIDLETON, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
NRETW Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
NEW ROSS, WEXFORD
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
O2ETNS Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Carrigaline, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
OETNS Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Rosemount, Heron's Wood, Carrigaline, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
PRES Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Midleton, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
SC2WPR Before School (RTS),After School (SAP) & | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Ardnanagh, Roscommon
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
SCWPR Before School (RTS),After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Roscommon, Roscommon
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:30am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
BSNS Before School (RTS) and After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Ballinspittle, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:40am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
CCBGS Holywell Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Carrigaline, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:40am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
CCNSC Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) & Holiday HQ (Oct Mid Term) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Carrigtwohill, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:40am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
CSBGC Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Knocknagore, Co. Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:40am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
GMNS Before School (RTS), After School (SAP) | Aug'26–Jun'27
Sherpa Kids Ireland
location_on
Cork City, Cork
child_care
4 to 13 yr olds
schedule
7:40am - 6:00pm
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 to Wed, 30 Jun 2027
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Terms & Conditions
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Terms & Conditions 2026-2027
- I consent for my child to attend Sherpa Kids School Aged Childcare. I understand that the service has policies and procedures, which are available for reference, and that there are expectations and obligations relating both to the service and to myself and my child, and I agree to comply in accordance with the Sherpa Kids Parent Handbook (2026).
- I consent for photographs of my child/children (headshots only) to be taken for the purpose of identification and recognition by staff.
- My child will be provided with a healthy and nutritious snack and drinking water by Sherpa Kids unless otherwise requested. I understand that I may be asked to provide additional food during Holiday Programmes, early school closure days, or excursions.
- Once my child arrives at the service, they will be in the care of Sherpa Kids until collected and signed out by an authorised person. I understand that it is my responsibility to keep authorised collector details up to date via my Enrolmy parent account.
- I will notify the service in advance by email if I am collecting my child directly from school on a day they are booked to attend Sherpa Kids. I understand that I will still be charged for the booked session unless a valid booking change has been correctly applied in accordance with booking policies.
- I understand that a one‑week gross booking equivalent fee (before NCS) is required as a pre‑payment to confirm a booking, and that this pre‑payment will be applied to June invoices or retained against outstanding fees in line with policy.
- I understand that Sherpa Kids invoices in arrears, that invoices are issued every Thursday for the week completed, and that I can view all invoices and account balances on my Enrolmy parent account.
- I confirm that I will pay for all booked sessions whether my child attends or not, including absences due to illness or holidays, in accordance with Sherpa Kids policy.
- I understand that four weeks’ notice is required for changes, reductions, or cancellations and that all booking changes must be requested by me directly through my Enrolmy account. I understand that Sherpa Kids staff cannot apply, amend, or override booking changes on my behalf.
- I understand that swapping or reducing days or hours can be requested via Enrolmy between September and the end of April, that a maximum of three reductions per academic year is permitted, and that changes take effect four weeks after the request is submitted in Enrolmy.
- I understand that casual bookings may become available later in the academic year via Enrolmy, subject to availability, and that regular booking increases may be requested at any time.
- I understand and adhere to the school settling‑in policy and understand that early collections during the settling‑in period will only apply where explicitly agreed with the school; otherwise services operate from regular school finish times.
- I understand that fees apply as normal for school closure days outside the control of Sherpa Kids or where closure is required for safety reasons. I also understand that Bank Holidays, mid‑term breaks, and Christmas, Easter, and Summer holidays are not charged, and that Holiday HQ programmes may operate and must be booked separately.
- In order to avail of my National Childcare Scheme (NCS) subsidy, I understand that I must submit valid CHICK details via Enrolmy no later than one week before my child commences attendance.
- I understand that it is my responsibility to renew my CHICK code before expiry if I wish to continue to receive the NCS subsidy, and that failure to do so will result in full fees being charged.
- I understand that if my CHICK code is renewed or changes, it is my responsibility to update the details via Enrolmy and ensure they are valid, and that failure to do so will result in full fees being charged.
- I understand that it is my responsibility to approve my child’s attended hours on the NCS/Hive portal, and that NCS subsidies will not be applied unless claimed hours are approved.
- It is my responsibility to keep the service informed in writing of any changes to my child’s information (including contact details, authorised collectors, allergies, medical conditions, diagnoses, or additional needs) by updating my Enrolmy account and notifying the service by email where required.
- I understand that additional charges will apply where my child remains in the service after their assigned collection time, that a 5‑minute grace period applies, and that late collection fees are applied in accordance with the Parent Handbook.
- I understand that after three late collection incidents in one school year, increased late fees will apply during term time, and that different late collection charges apply during Holiday Programmes as set out in the Parent Handbook.
- Whilst Sherpa Kids endeavours to ensure the safety of personal items, I understand that the service cannot be held responsible for loss or damage to my child’s property while attending.
- I confirm that I have read the Parent Handbook and completed the Safety Form required for my child to attend the service.
- I understand that any accidents or incidents involving my child will be recorded and that I may be required to read and sign an incident report.
- I understand that if my child has an accident at the service, they will be treated by a qualified first aider and I will be informed as soon as reasonably possible.
- I understand that aggressive, threatening, undermining, or abusive behaviour towards Sherpa Kids staff will not be tolerated and may result in the immediate withdrawal of my child from the service.
I confirm that I have read and understood the Sherpa Kids Privacy Notice available at https://www.sherpakids.ie.
Parent Handbook 2026-2027: https://a.storyblok.com/f/166376/x/4ddad7f900/phb-term-time-year-2026-27-28-04-2026-last-version.pdfHoliday HQ Handbook:
I understand that the Holiday HQ Handbook is a supplementary handbook specifically relating to Holiday HQ programmes. The main Sherpa Kids policies, procedures, and general terms applicable to my child’s attendance are set out in the Parent Handbook 2026–2027, while the Holiday HQ Handbook provides additional information and requirements specific to Holiday HQ programmes and is published on the Sherpa Kids website.
By agreeing to these Terms and Conditions, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to comply with all applicable policies, procedures, terms, and requirements contained in the Sherpa Kids Parent Handbook 2026–2027 and, where applicable, the Holiday HQ Handbook. I understand that these handbooks form part of the terms governing my child’s attendance at Sherpa Kids, and that the Holiday HQ Handbook should be read together with the Parent Handbook where my child attends a Holiday HQ programme.