DCDE hosted a National Aistear Conference on May 24, 2025, at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre. 

This National Early Years Conference provided a forum for educators, policy makers, academics, students and support organisations to  collaboratively explore the updates, new concepts and key messages within the updated Aistear. The conference featured a combination of presentations and networking opportunities which aimed to inform and inspire educators to consider how the updated Framework can be reflected in daily practice. 

The Offaly delegation really enjoyed the day and found it beneficial. They are excited to move forward in implementing the revised and updated Aistear in their services.