Inspection of 4 February 2026 — Inspection Report
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
- (d) Information was unavailable to establish whether international police vetting was required for one adult who was observed working directly with the children in the service. (3) The procedures required under Regulation 9(2)(d) were not completed before one adult was granted access to children attending the pre-school service
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider obtained documentation confirming that the adult did not require international police vetting. The service’s recruitment policy has since been updated to ensure that all adults working in the service provide documentation to determine whether international police vetting is required
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
- General Safety: 1. The keypad lock on a door leading from the service to the health centre was not functioning. The inspector acknowledges that interim control measures such as, increased staff vigilance and enhanced supervision were implemented while awaiting repair. However, unsecured entry points present a potential risk of unauthorised access which can compromise children’s safety. Infection Control: 2. The laminate surface on two tables used by the children had come away. This poses a risk of the spread of infection, as the surfaces cannot be effectively cleaned. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
- General Safety: 1. The keypad has been repaired and the daily risk assessment completed by the early years coordinator now includes checking the door to the health centre to ensure it is functioning correctly. Infection Control: 2. The laminate surfaces on the tables have been replaced; the tables will be checked as part of the daily risk assessment of the preschool environment
Found compliant: Regulation 11, 19.