The National Children's Science Centre (NCSC) is a registered charity with the Board of Directors drawn from the public, private and academic sector backgrounds.  

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How the NCSC Aligns with Government Policy

​According to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Further and Higher Education and Research, Innovation and Science's July 2023 report, ‘The Future of STEM in Irish Education’:

• ​"The National Children’s Science Centre, in gestation for many years, should be opened as a matter of urgent national priority. It will send out a message that Ireland is very serious about science education for Primary and Post Primary students.”

• “The National Children’s Science Centre should receive the full support of Government with a view to an early launch in Q4 2023.” 

 

Compliance

The National Children's Science Centre has operational and governance processes in place to ensure that we operate in an open and transparent manner.

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​Certificate of Charity: Irish Children’s Museum, trading as the National Children's Science Centre, is a registered charitable organisation. We are governed by a Constitution and our Board of Directors is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance, including adhering to the Charities Regulator Charities Code of Governance. Our certificate of charity confirms our status and compliance with all relevant charitable regulations.

• Registered Charity Number: 20041731

• View certificate of charity

 

Codes and Standards of Practice

We adhere to the following codes and standards of practice:

• Charities Regulator “Charities Code of Governance”

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​Auditor and Solicitor Details

• Auditors: Doran & Co

• Solicitors: Shannon O'Connor

 

​We are committed to maintaining open communication with our stakeholders and partners. These documents provide assurance of our compliance and dedication to our mission. For any further inquiries or additional information, please contact us directly.