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Ireland's leading provider of school age childcare!

Our programmes

Sherpa Kids is proud to be Ireland's leading provider of school-age childcare. For over a decade, we have been offering exceptional before and after school programmes, as well as holiday programmes.

Before and After School Programmes

At Sherpa Kids, we are passionate about providing world-class experiences and programmes that add depth and richness to children’s learning beyond the classroom and school curriculum. We have created a total of seven adventure categories to guide children and their activity coordinators in various child-led activities. To reflect our new programme, we have renamed Before and After School Care to our Adventure Programme, which consists of our morning programme, Rise then Shine and afternoon programme, Stay And Play.

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Holiday Programmes

Holiday HQ is the ultimate destination for kids looking for an unforgettable break from the school routine. From exciting outdoor escapades to creative workshops, cooking classes and interactive learning sessions - our expert educators provide a dynamic blend of engaging activities and enriching experiences. We also ensure that every child’s holiday is not just entertaining but an opportunity for growth. Helping them to build new friendships, explore their interests, and return to school with unforgettable memories. We’re the experts in fun!

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Our impact

Supporting Ireland's families & Making a Difference

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Children welcomed each day
Play educators nationwide
Hours of fun delivered each day

Helping today’s children navigate their tomorrow

Our purpose is to create a lasting positive impact by supporting families’ flexibility and resilience, building stronger communities, and nurturing the next generation of confident, capable, and compassionate individuals. We do this by realising each child's potential through a holistic approach that meets their physical, emotional, and social needs, while creating opportunities for exploration, imagination, and decision-making in their world. We’re committed to delivering the value of play through inclusive physical, wellbeing, creative, and play-based programmes, expertly designed for children and delivered by our dedicated teams.

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Our Holiday Programmes

With exciting activities, each day focuses on a different theme, with a range of exciting activities happening each day! From exciting outdoor escapades to creative workshops, "cooking classes" and interactive learning sessions – our expert programme team provide a dynamic blend of engaging activities and enriching experiences.

Activities Include:

Make and Take
Special Events
Daily Themed Activites

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Our Adventure Programme

With a wide selection of adventure categories that focus on physical education, arts, STEM, and wellbeing, kids in our care enjoy an ever-changing array of activities! A big feature of our programme is inviting children to select the activities that they want to do, helping them to develop confidence and identify their passions. And most of all - ensure everyone is having fun!

Activities include:

Wellbeing Warriors
Super Sports
Global Kids
Flavour Fest
Creative Inventors
Power Teams
Brain Boosters

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Join Our Team

Join Sherpa Kids and make a meaningful impact on children’s lives in a supportive, fun, and inclusive work environment. We value your unique talents and offer world-class training with opportunities for growth. Be part of a team where your contributions are recognised, and you can truly make a difference every day. Are you ready to find your dream

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Become a Partner

Are you a school or local authority looking for a one-stop solution that children, parents and partners love? Our professional services are trusted across Ireland to offer fun and stimulating extended school experiences. Explore our bespoke school and partner packages and join our growing family!

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New to Sherpa Kids?

Our passionate team of Garda-vetted, professionally trained staff are ready to welcome your child and immerse them in an exciting world of new opportunities. Find out more about Sherpa Kids and how to register your child in our Before, After School & Holiday Programmes today!

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What our customers say

Their approach to the service is marked by positivity, ﬂexibility and top-class organization. Feedback from parents, children and school staff is unanimously positive. When children say positive things about you, you know you must be doing something right! The programme of homework, games and other activities means that the children are constantly stimulated. The food break provides excellent nutrition for the children and gives them an opportunity to have a chat with each other. As Principal, I have to say that the service Sherpa Kids provide is a template of excellence for other after school service providers and I have no hesitation in recommending Róisín and her team.

Fergus Lyons

Principal

Delighted with the way the year has gone and with the professionalism shown by all SherpaKids staff at all times. Liberty is very easy to deal with and is on the ball with all communication with myself whenever there is any issue that needs addressing.

Colm Gallagher

Principal

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