# Bright Beginnings Nursery and Creche, Dublin 14 — inspection reports and findings > Bright Beginnings Nursery and Creche (Dublin 14, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 4 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions. ## Bright Beginnings Nursery and Creche Full Day · 1 - 6 Years · Dublin 14, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015DR097** · Registered since 1 January 2026 An inspection records what inspectors saw **on one day**; services respond with corrective actions — [how to read this](/methodology.md). #### Inspection of 4 February 2026 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: 1. The service did not adhere to the re-vetting timeframes as outlined in the Early Years Inspectorate Regulatory Notice requiring services to renew Garda Vetting every three years for one adult employed. 2. The surface temperature of an uncovered radiator which was in reach of the children in the Toddler Two room was recorded to be 71.5°Celsius during the inspection posing a risk of injury to a child. 3. The water temperatures in the children’s handwash sinks in the Monti One room and the Playschool bathrooms were recorded to be between 49.3°Celsius and 53.4°Celsius posing a risk of injury to a child. 4. Staff members stated during discussions with the inspector that a microwave was in use to heat babies milk bottles which can cause hot spots to form in the milk and create a risk of scalding to a child. 5. An electrical cable was hanging from a large television screen in reach of the children in the Monti One room posing a risk of injury to a child. Infection Control: 6. The handwashing practices observed in the Wobbler room were at variance with the infection control policy in place in the service and posed a risk of cross contamination. Babies’ hands were observed to be washed before and after meals, and after nappy changing using wet cotton pads instead of running water. 7. In the Toddler One room, the fabric covering on a chair in the children’s rest area and on a step up to the rest area had torn and come away exposing internal foam and a sticky residue which could not be effectively cleaned. Action submitted by the Registered Provider The service provided the following response; - General Safety: 1. A Garda Vetting re-application for the staff member was submitted without delay to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirement that Garda Vetting be renewed every three years for all adults employed within the service. It has now been received. While the service had an existing compliance tracking checklist in place, this inspection highlighted the need to strengthen the monitoring systems. The checklist has now been reviewed and updated to include a mandatory three-month pre-expiry renewal trigger. 2. The radiator has since been fully covered with a radiator cover. Following this finding, the service conducted a full review of all radiators within the premises to ensure they are adequately covered and inaccessible to children. 3. The water heaters were adjusted to ensure that hot water temperatures do not exceed the recommended maximum of 43°C for children’s handwashing facilities. The temperatures were rechecked following adjustment to confirm they were within a safe range. Water temperature settings will now be informally checked as part of routine health and safety oversight to ensure they remain within a safe range. 4. Microwaves are not used to heat bottles. All staff were reminded of the correct procedure for heating bottles and the risks of microwave heating. The Safe Preparation of Baby Bottles policy has been reviewed and re-circulated to all staff. The methods of providing bottles at room temperature or warming them safely in warm water have been reinforced during a team meeting. Staff will continue to be reminded of these procedures during induction and regular refreshers to ensure consistent implementation. 5. Immediate action was taken to eliminate the hazard. The cable has now been securely pinned back and is no longer accessible to children. To prevent a recurrence, all new electrical equipment installations will be checked to ensure cables are secured and out of reach of children before use. Staff have been reminded to verify the safety of equipment and cables following any new installation. Regular room safety checks will continue to identify and address any potential hazards promptly. Infection Control: 6. A dedicated wobbler-level handwashing sink is being installed directly outside the changing area, with installation being completed by our plumber on Monday 9th of March. This ensures that all babies in the Wobbler room will have access to running water for handwashing before and after meals and following nappy changes, in line with infection control best practice. Infection control guidance will continue to be reinforced during regular team meetings and refreshers. 7. The damaged chair was removed and the step was reupholstered. The step is now cleanable and suitable for use by children. All furniture and soft furnishings in the creche will be routinely inspected for damage, wear or potential hazards. Any items showing signs of damage will be repaired, replaced or removed promptly to ensure a safe environment for children. Staff have been reminded to report any damaged furniture immediately so that timely action can be taken Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 19, 25, 26. #### Inspection of 8 May 2025 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: Three areas of the wooden decking in the outdoor play area had sunken and broken, creating holes and uneven surfacing which form trip hazards and posed a risk of injury to a child. Action submitted by the Registered Provider - General Safety: The issue with the decking had been previously identified by management and is the next item scheduled for repair. In the interim, the following immediate actions have been taken to ensure the safety of all children: • Any holes have been fixed to prevent trip hazards. • Staff and management are aware that any affected areas are to be cordoned off immediately until repairs are made. • Staff and management carry out ongoing visual checks of the decking and surrounding areas. • Any new hazards that arise are reported immediately and addressed promptly. Timeline for Completion: • Temporary safety measures: Ongoing. • Full renovation of decking areas: To be started once the fire compliance work is completed. • Estimated renovations to begin on the last week of June. Renovation of all three decking areas is planned to take place from the last week in June and over the summer period. This timeframe allows for the necessary works to be completed. Going forward, staff and management will continue to monitor the area closely and maintain current hazard reporting procedures to ensure that any risks are addressed promptly Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 19, 29. #### Inspection of 19 November 2024 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: 1. In the Montessori 3 room, a magnetic lock on a door which led into an unused room was broken meaning a child could access the room unsupervised. This room contained a number of hazards which posed a potential risk of harm to a child including a fire hose and electrical wires. 2. The service did not adhere to the re-vetting timeframes as outlined in the Early Years Inspectorate Regulatory Notice, requiring services to renew Garda vetting every three years. Two staff members working in the service did not have a Garda Vetting disclosure which was dated within the last 3 years. 3. In the Toddler 2 room, two wooden posts which staff stated held a sensory board were attached to the wall and had sharp splintered edges which posed a risk of injury to a child. It is acknowledged the service provided evidence these posts had been removed following the inspection. Infection Control: 4. Children’s hands were not consistently washed after toileting in the Montessori 3 room. A number of children were observed using the toilet throughout the inspection and did not handwash afterwards posing a risk of cross contamination. Fire Safety: 5. Two children in attendance who arrived in the service at 8:35am were not signed into the attendance register until 10:20am when prompted by the inspector. Staff reported the attendance register is utilised to check the children in attendance following an evacuation in line with the service’s procedure. This may hinder the safe evacuation of children in the event of a fire. Action submitted by the Registered Provider - General Safety: 1. An electrician visited the premises on 21/11/24 to address the issue. Upon inspection, it was determined that the magnetic lock was functional but improperly installed, with screws tightened too firmly on the door frame. The electrician adjusted the screws, ensuring the magnet now properly engages when the door closes, thereby resolving the issue. Additionally, the unused room was cleared of hazards, including securing the fire hose and concealing or removing the electrical wires, to eliminate any immediate risk while addressing the lock. The managers have incorporated a specific check of all magnetic locks into the managers morning check list. Although mag lock checks are already on the list, managers will only confirm that each lock is functioning properly after the magnets are also inspected therefore securing the respective doors. 2. Upon reviewing staff files and identifying that the Garda vetting disclosures for the two adults had lapsed, immediate action was taken to address the oversight. Garda vetting for both adults was renewed promptly on the 18th November 2024. Updated Garda vetting disclosures for these individuals have been obtained and are now on file. As part of this corrective process, the conducted a full audit of all staff files to ensure that no other vetting or certification renewal requirements were overlooked. To prevent a recurrence of this issue, the service have implemented the following measures: Compliance Tracking Checklist: comprehensive compliance tracking checklist has been developed and implemented. This checklist clearly outlines renewal dates for all the relevant staff for Garda vetting, First Aid Response (FAR) certification, and Children First training. Is visibly displayed in the office to serve as a clear reminder for management. Is monitored weekly by the designated compliance officers to ensure upcoming deadlines are proactively managed and to ensure all new staff are updated onto the compliance checklist. Staff Induction and Record Management: The compliance tracking system will be updated to include new future hires from their date of joining with all the relevant renewal dates. Management Accountability: Designated compliance officers have been assigned to oversee and verify that all vetting and certification requirements are up to date. 3. The sensory board had been removed the weekend before the inspection to prepare for scheduled works to dismantle part of the unused fun factory in the Toddler 2 room. However, the wooden posts were not addressed at that time. When the issue was highlighted during the inspection, the hazard was reported to maintenance immediately and the wooden posts were removed. Evidence of the removal was provided to the inspector following the inspection. After commencement of any maintenance or renovation work, a detailed safety audit will be conducted by management to identify and address any potential hazards. This includes removing or mitigating risks associated with partially completed projects or dismantled structures. A meeting held on the 20th of November addressed the daily care room safety/ risk assessment checklist that is completed by staff in each room at the start of every day. The managers will conduct thorough safety checks of all rooms undergoing any works to ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety standards and to verify that any works or changes have been completed safely. Infection Control: 4. Although independence is strongly encouraged in the Montessori 3 classroom, we acknowledge that handwashing is to be observed and monitored more closely for infection control purposes and the risk of cross contamination that it poses. Following the staff meeting on the 20th of November, we collaboratively explored strategies to address the issue, focusing on solutions that balance safeguarding the children’s hygiene with fostering their independence and respecting their privacy. The collaborative corrective action is as follows: We discussed that the Monti 3 educators were to discreetly observe toileting routines to ensure that children washed their hands immediately after using the toilet. New child-friendly visual aids, including illustrated step-by-step handwashing guides were placed near sinks to remind children of proper handwashing techniques- please find photos attached. Hands-on demonstrations are conducted from time to time, where staff models. Proper handwashing techniques and explained their importance in preventing illness. Handwashing is reinforced during key moments throughout the day, such as after outdoor play, before meals, and after messy activities, to build consistency and habits among children. A staff meeting was held to discuss the importance of infection control and the need for active monitoring during toileting while still encouraging the children’s independence. Ideas to tackle this issue was brainstormed to come up with the best ideas to promote good hand washing practices. Fire Safety: 5. During the staff meeting on the 20th of November, the service addressed the issue with all team members. The critical importance of the orange attendance book during fire evacuations was emphasised along with its use for the general safety of all children whilst in attendance, focusing on its role in accounting for all children thereby ensuring their safety. The attendance book was explicitly incorporated into the fire safety instruction and training monthly meeting which took place on the 25th of November and 17th December. To ensure consistent usage, management initiated daily morning spot checks completed the books and are aware of their importance during emergencies ##### Regulation 29 — Premises - (c) 1. The registered provider did not ensure that parts of the premises were adequately heated on the 1st day of inspection. Some of the care rooms were not maintained at the required temperature range of 18 - 24°Celsius throughout the inspection as follows: - The Toddler 2 room was recorded to be 16.4°Celsius at 14:42pm. - The Montessori 3 room was 14.4°Celsius at 10:09am. - The Montessori 2 room was 17.4°Celsius at 11:22am. The corrective and preventive actions submitted by the provider following the last inspection of the service on the 8th and 9th January 2024 did not prevent the re-occurrence of the non-compliance. (d) 2. Although cleaning schedules were documented as being completed in the service, some areas of the care rooms required a deep clean as follows: - A shelving unit in the Montessori 2 room was constructed with porous wood which had not been painted or lacquered and could not be effectively cleaned. - The paint on a second shelving unit in the Montessori 2 room was heavily chipped and could not be effectively cleaned. - Areas of the flooring and skirtings throughout the service had a build up of dirt, dust, and debris on the morning of inspection and required a deep clean. The corrective and preventive actions submitted by the provider following the last inspection of the service on the 8th and 9th January 2024 did not prevent the re-occurrence of the non-compliance - 1. The heating timer has been readjusted from 7:30 am to 6:00 am to ensure that the premises are adequately heated before the start of operations. A care room temperature checklist has been introduced. The issue of heating was addressed at the staff meeting on the 20th of November. During this meeting. Staff were shown how to use the heating system, including the operation of thermostats and the location of boilers 2. Painting of the porous wooden shelving unit began on 17th December 2024 and is scheduled for completion by 20th December 2024. A durable lacquer-based paint is being applied to ensure the surface is sealed and easy to clean. Flooring and skirtings will be thoroughly mopped multiple times per week to ensure there is no accumulation of dirt, particularly in corners and hard-to-reach areas. By the end of January 2025, all skirtings in the care rooms will be painted with gloss paint as opposed to water based paint that was previously used which were making them much harder to clean. By the end of January 2025, all skirtings in the care rooms will be painted with gloss paint as opposed to water based paint that was previously used which were making them much harder to clean. All porous or chipped surfaces have been identified and are being treated with durable, easy-to-clean materials such as lacquer or gloss paint. Future purchases of shelving, furniture, or other fixtures will prioritise non-porous timber and all timber will be sealed prior to use. Mopping of floorings multiple times per week, with thorough care in corners. All staff have been retrained on hygiene and cleaning standards, focusing on the identification of areas requiring special attention. Training was completed on 20th November, with attendance records attached Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 19, 25, 26. ### Earlier inspections - 9 January 2024 — Inspection Report · PDF ### Other services in Dublin - [Bright Futures Creche](/creche/bright-futures-creche-dublin-15.md) Dublin 15 - [Bright Minds Childcare and Montessori Ltd](/creche/bright-minds-childcare-and-montessori-ltd-dublin-16.md) Dublin 16 - [Bright Sparks Montessori & Daycare](/creche/bright-sparks-montessori-daycare-dublin-22.md) Dublin 22 - [Brittas Early Years Services](/creche/brittas-early-years-services-dublin-24.md) Dublin 24 - [Busy Kids Creche](/creche/busy-kids-creche-lucan-2.md) Lucan - [Charlie's Childcare Rush](/creche/charlie-s-childcare-rush-rush.md) Rush - [Cocoon Childcare](/creche/cocoon-childcare-swords.md) Swords - [First Steps Academy](/creche/first-steps-academy-dublin-13-2.md) Dublin 13 - [Lakelands Preschool](/creche/lakelands-preschool-dun-laoghaire.md) Dun Laoghaire - [Sarah's Little Sunflowers Pre-school](/creche/sarah-s-little-sunflowers-pre-school-lucan.md) Lucan [Alert me when a new report is published](/help.md) · [Dated report on this service — €19](/report.md) --- Página: https://creche-inspection-reports.pages.dev/creche/bright-beginnings-nursery-and-creche-dublin-14/ Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate Recolha: 2026-09-11