Primary STEM Challenge A national STEM initiative where students investigate one of three themes through inquiry, creativity and effective communication. Students on an individual level or classroom level will investigate one of three specified themes and develop problem-solving, teamwork, creativity, engineering and scientific inquiry skills. Students and classrooms from Year 1 to Year 6. Regist...

Karl Vella Foundation - Embrace Embrace supports young patients aged 5 to 17 undergoing treatment, both locally and abroad, for serious or life-limiting illnesses, through psychotherapeutic group sessions These sessions, run by mental health professionals, provide a safe space where children can connect with others, process their emotions, and develop coping strategies to...

Inspire: School Outreach Programme Supports learners with any type of disability and behaviours of concern attending a mainstream school with 1:1 support from an LSE and those who struggle to follow an adapted curriculum.  Therapeutic and functional interventions in addition to the children’s school curriculum. Targets socialization, communication, behaviour management, motor skills, sensory ...

Junior Science Club An extracurricular science programme that provides students with opportunities to explore science through practical and engaging activities. Students will develop scientific thinking, practical skills, teamwork, creativity and a deeper interest in STEM subjects. Kinder 1 to Year 6 Follow instructions in the official Letter Circular.

National Sports School Year Six Primary School students from state, church, and independent schools are eligible to apply for admission to the National Sport School, provided their application is endorsed by a nursery or a club affiliated with a recognised National Federation or Association.  The admissions process is thorough, consisting of two main stages within the sports discipline: ...

Children’s Allowance and Child Birth or Adoption Bonus - Annual Income less than Threshold (DSS) Children’s Allowance is awarded to married couples, civil union couples, cohabiting couples, single parents, separated parents or returned migrants, having the care and custody of their children under 16 years of age and whose total annual income of relevant year two (2) years prior to current yea...

Child Protection Services Child Protection Services deal with cases of abuse and severe neglect of children, and when a child seems to be suffering from, or is at risk of, significant harm. Child Protection Services investigate referrals received from various sources such as schools, Police, medical doctors and other professionals, from calls received on Supportline 179, as well as from the genera...

Adoption Service The Adoption Service supports individuals or families who are considering adoption, in the process of adopting, and also those who have adopted a child or children. The service provides training as a form of preparation for families who wish to adopt. Sessions include information on children, biological parents, inter-country adoptions, and trauma. -     &...

Klabb 3-16 After School Service Klabb 3-16 is an after-school care service for children between the ages of 3 and 16 years, attending State, Church or Independent schools. It is currently being operated in 39 localities and one may choose the centre that is most convenient. The service is offered from state primary schools and from Monday to Friday during the scholastic year. The operational hours...

Tax Deduction Fees paid for Cultural and Creative Courses Parents or guardians of children and youths who will be under 16 years of age by 31st December 2025 and who attended cultural or creative courses at a school with an SLC number during 2025 are eligible for a tax deduction of up to €300 per child or youth. Parents or guardians can benefit from a tax deduction scheme of maximum €300 for each...