August 24, 2026The Institute of Early Childhood Development (IECD), in collaboration with the Department of Information Communications Technology (DICT) and software developers, held a sensitisation session to familiarise staff with the updatedChild Care Registration Inspection Information System (CRIIS).
The session was held on 11 August 2026 and allowed staff members to share feedback on the system. CRIIS had previously been reviewed by staff, and the latest updates were introduced
in response to their recommendations.
CRIIS is integrated with the Child Care Benefit Information System Seychelles (CBISS) and existing national platforms, including the national digital identity platform, SeyID. The integration is intended to strengthen security and reliability when identifying users and help maintain the integrity of data used within CBISS.
The platform forms part of the institute’s Digitalisation Plan and was soft-launched in October 2025. It has since been updated to make it more userfriendly and time-efficient. Its features include online payments and digitally signed certificates, intended to simplify registration, the issuing of licences and certificates, and their subsequent renewal.
The platform was also designed to help ensure that childcare providers meet the requirements for registration and comply with national standards through inspections. According to the IECD, the new system was well received by staff, service providers and partners in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE). Staff also acknowledged the support provided by the software developers, who responded to reported issues and made the necessary improvements.
Speaking to TODAY, IECD Chief Executive Officer Shirley Choppy said the platform was developed and submitted to the Ministry of Finance in August 2024 as part of the government’s Digital Economy Agenda. “It was a government initiative for all ministries, departments and agencies to work on their digitalisation plans,” she said. “This is intended to ensure that services offered to the public are digitalised and to improve their effectiveness and efficiency.”
Mrs. Choppy said DICT provided technical assistance with software procurement and development, as well as support during the project’s implementation and monitoring.
“CRIIS will significantly improve the performance and productivity of inspectors by providing an integrated platform that streamlines registration and inspection processes,” she explained.
“The system’s in-built database consolidates relevant information, enabling inspectors to access accurate and up-to-date data more easily.” She said the platform would also facilitate the timely submission of statistics and reports, which is important for monitoring compliance and supporting informed decisions.
“Moreover, CRIIS enhances the overall quality of work undertaken by the Division of Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance by promoting systematic, transparent and efficient operations,” Mrs. Choppy said.
“The improved workflow and data management will ultimately lead to better oversight of childcare services, ensuring higher standards and safer environments for children,” she concluded.
The institute held a further session on 19 August to provide regulatory staff with follow-up training on the enhanced platform in preparation for its pilot phase next month.
Courtesy todayinseychelles.com
