Why Choose Us
Born from a family's, own need
3 Doves was founded by Irish parents who experienced first-hand how difficult it can be to find trustworthy, qualified childcare. We knew there had to be a better way.
Today, we're Ireland's dedicated childminder matching service — connecting families with vetted, experienced childminders across all 26 counties. Our name comes from three simple values: trust, care, and community.
What We Stand For
Our core values
What We Stand For
Our core values
Trust & Safety First
Every childminder on our platform is Garda vetted. We verify qualifications, references, and first aid certification — because your child's safety is everything.
Community & Connection
We believe childcare thrives when it's rooted in local community. We prioritise matching families with childminders who are close by and part of the same community.
Warmth & Professionalism
We combine the warmth of a personal, family-focused service with the professionalism and rigour that gives parents peace of mind.
Privacy & Integrity
We handle all personal data with care and transparency. We are fully GDPR compliant and will never share your information without your explicit consent.
Our Reach
Growing across all of Ireland
500+
Childminders Registered
1,200+
Families Matched
26
Counties Covered
4.9 ★
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