Sessional · 0 - 6 Years · Dublin 9, Dublin · Tusla ID TU2015DY065 · Registered with Conditions since 1 January 2026
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Regulation 30 Minimum Space Requirements
<br>Regulation 30 of the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Service) Regulations 2016 <br><br>The Registered Provider will be required to comply with the following condition.<br>• Ensure that the health, safety and welfare of the children in attendance is maintained by meeting the minimum floor space requirements and not exceeding the service registered numbers of 52 children with a maximum of 48 children attending as full day care at any one time.<br><br>This condition will remain in place for 12 months.
Immediate action notice. An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on day one of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a non-compliance identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details.
Immediate action notice. An additional Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on day two of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a non-compliance identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details.
Immediate action notice. Statutory Notices Notice Date Served Detail Immediate Action Notice IAN 0281 01/04/2026 Evidence of garda vetting was not available for one adult who had access to children. Status Action was taken by the registered provider immediately and the provider submitted a written response which detailed corrective and preventative actions were accepted by the inspectorate. Garda vetting must be submitted to the inspectorate prior to the person being allowed access to children in the service. Improvement Notice IN 0361 01/04/2026 Evidence of the service operating over their registered number led to overcrowding in rooms. Status Corrective action was taken by the registered provider within the required timeframe of the notice. The provider also submitted a written response which detailed preventative actions which were accepted by the inspectorate. Escalation and Enforcement Actions Action Date Detail Regulatory Enforcement Meeting 14/04/2026 Meeting held with Registered Provider concerning condition related inspection findings. Engagement and deliberations are ongoing. Status In progress Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the registered provider, person in charge, staff and children who were present on the days of the inspection.
Immediate action notice. Non-Compliance Information (1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis. Sixty-five children were registered to attend on a full day care basis on day one and two of the inspection, this increased to sixty-seven children by day 3 of inspection as two new children commenced in the service. The following was observed; o On day one of inspection 60 children were observed to be present during the morning session. o On day two of inspection 62 children were observed to be present during the morning session and 60 were present for the full day. o On day three of inspection 58 children were observed to be present for the full day. A review of attendance records dated between January and April 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service and documentation available indicated that further children are scheduled to begin attending in the coming months. This is an ongoing non-compliance for the service for which the service was escalated to the national registration enforcement panel however the registered provider has failed to put corrective actions in place. Corrective & Preventive Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective and Preventive Action Enrolment was ceased with immediate effect, and no further admissions are being accepted at this time. A managed reduction plan has been introduced to ensure the service operates fully within the registered capacity of 48 full day care places. These actions were treated as a priority and implemented without delay to restore compliance and ensure the service remains operating within its registered conditions at all times. Review and strengthening of the admissions and enrolment policy to ensure that registered capacity limits are strictly adhered to at all times. Introduction of monthly internal compliance audits, with oversight at provider level. A formal commitment that any future intention to vary registered numbers will be subject to prior application and written approval from Tusla.
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
(2) (c) See Statutory Notice section in relation to Immediate Action Notice IAN0281 served. (3) The registered provider did not ensure that adequate checks were conducted prior to one adult starting. A review of documentation demonstrated that there were no reference validations available for one person who had commenced in the service. Checks must be completed prior to a person having access to the children in order to establish they are appropriate to have access to children
Provider's corrective action:
(3) The outstanding references have now been obtained, validated, and appropriately documented on file. A full audit of all staff files has been conducted to ensure that all pre-employment checks, including references, are complete and compliant. Any gaps identified have been addressed immediately. A compliance checklist has been applied to all staff files to verify completeness. The register provider confirms that this matter has now been fully rectified. A revised recruitment procedure has been implemented to ensure all required checks, including reference validations, are fully completed and reviewed prior to any staff member commencing employment or having access to children
Regulation 11 — Staffing levels
(1) The registered provider did not ensure there was an adequate number of adults working directly with the children based on the individual ages of the children present in the service at all times across the days of inspection. For example: o On day two at 12.40pm there was 8 adults caring for 62 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were required. o On day two at 2.45pm there was 10 adults caring for 59 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were required. o On day three at 12.57pm there was 8 adults caring for 58 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were require. (2) The registered provider did not ensure that the adult child ratios were maintained in the service at all times across the two days of inspection. The following was observed: Day 1 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 10.46-11.20am Baby 1-2 years 17 3 4 Day 2 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 12.41-12.51pm Preschool 3-4 years 9 1 2 12.30-12.51pm Ready for school 3-6 years 21 2 3 12.51-1.30pm Ready for school 3-6 23 2 3 2.45pm Outdoor area 3-6 years 31 2 4 • Discussion with staff confirmed they had been out of ratio since lunches began on day 2. • The group of 31 children returned indoors at 3:04pm and were separated into two care rooms; the preschool room and the ready for school room. The following was observed; o Twelve children were in the preschool room with one staff member; two staff were required. o Nineteen children were in the Ready for school room with two staff members; three were required. Day 3 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 12.53pm Baby 1-3.5years 21 3 4 2.00pm Baby 1-3.5years 19 3 4 12.52pm Ready for school 3-6 years 20 2 3 2.05pm Ready for school 3-6 years 19 2 3
Provider's corrective action:
(1) Staffing levels have been adjusted to ensure compliance with required ratios at all times. Additional relief staff have been secured to support ratio compliance. A designated person in charge is assigned daily to monitor ratios throughout the day. Ratio checks are now recorded at set intervals and reviewed by management. A staffing contingency plan has been developed, including access to a panel of trained relief staff to cover short-notice absences. Management has introduced a live ratio tracking system to monitor child attendance and staffing levels in real time with the use of a software application. (2) Following the inspection, staffing arrangements and room allocations were immediately reviewed to ensure the required adult-child ratios are maintained at all times. Additional oversight measures have been implemented by management to monitor ratios throughout the day, and staff have been reminded of their responsibility to ensure compliance with Regulation 11. Management has implemented enhanced ratio monitoring procedures, including regular daily checks of attendance and staffing levels to ensure compliance with adult-child ratio requirements at all times. Staff deployment will be reviewed throughout the day by management, and ongoing monitoring and spot checks will be carried out to prevent a recurrence of this non- compliance
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
The layout of the baby room and the materials available was not sufficient to facilitate independent play experiences for the age range of children in the room. For example: • There was no direct access to construction toys. The plastic bricks available were stored in a lidded box in a corner enclosed by shelving leaving it inaccessible to a child who was observed trying to climb onto the shelf to reach it. • The layout of the furniture was not positioned to effectively support cruising skills for pre-mobile children; a child was observed to trip over a toy while trying to walk for one area of the room to another. This can potentially limit confidence in early motor development. • The room was cluttered, and the children were observed to wander through the play space with no focus showing signs of disinterest, resulting in children climbing on furniture and equipment. • Six battery operated toys were broken and therefore could not be used for the purpose in which they were designed
Provider's corrective action:
Following the inspection, the baby room environment was immediately reviewed and reorganised to better support independent play, accessibility, and the developmental needs of the children attending the room. Construction toys and age-appropriate materials have been repositioned at child level to ensure children can independently access resources safely. Furniture has been rearranged to provide clear pathways and better support cruising and early walking skills for pre-mobile and mobile children. Clutter was removed from the room to create a calmer, more engaging play environment and to reduce unsafe climbing behaviours. All broken battery-operated toys were removed, checked, and repaired or replaced as required. Staff have been reminded that it is their responsibility to carry out regular battery checks and replace batteries where necessary to ensure equipment remains functional and suitable for children’s use. Introduction of a room layout review process, with regular evaluations to ensure the environment remains accessible, safe, and developmentally appropriate for the children in attendance. Implementation of a toy and equipment rotation system to prevent clutter and maintain children’s interest and engagement
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. Water in the Toddler room sanitary area was not thermostatically controlled and was in excess of 50℃ which posed a potential risk of scalding to children. The water temperature was recorded on the inspector’s calibrated thermometer at 57.5℃. An immediate action notice was issued on day one of the inspection. This noncompliance was observed on previous inspections. The preventative action was not maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. It is acknowledged on day two of the inspection the water temperature was recorded at 35.9℃ in line with the allowable maximum temperature of 43℃. 2. The policies and procedures for identifying and reporting risk in the service were unsuitable and were not used appropriately which resulted in hazards not being appropriately identified and effectively mitigated. This is evidenced under the non-compliances detailed in points 3 to 5. 3. The Baby room was not adequately secured which posed a significant risk to children’s safety. On day one of the inspection the door handle was observed to be damaged. On day two the issue remained unresolved despite managements awareness of the issue and had escalated resulting in the door handle being completely broke and unusable. The door was observed to propped open using a foam door stopper. An immediate action notice was issued. 4. The soft close mechanism on the Toddler sanitary door was not operating correctly. In addition, the door handle was damaged allowing the door to be opened by a push. This posed a potential risk of injury to children. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection. The preventative action was not maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 5. Cleaning agents were not stored safely out of children’s reach and were located in a low-level press without a safety lock in the Baby room kitchenette area. This posed a potential risk of accidental poisoning. 6. During sleep time in the Toddler room drawstring bags used to store children’s bed linen were accessible to children on a low-level table and on the floor. This posed a potential risk of injury to children. Fire Safety: 7. Attendance records were not maintained in a timely manner and posed a potential risk of hindering safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. On day one the following was observed: o Two children who were present on the premises were not signed in o A review of the Ready for School attendance record demonstrated that 6 children who had left the premises between 11.56-12.30pm had not been signed out. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections. The registered provider has failed to implement a corrective action or preventative action to resolve the non-compliance. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. The sink was placed under direct supervision and restricted from use until safe temperature levels were confirmed. Additional daily checks of water temperature were implemented across all sanitary areas. The water temperature in this specific sink is working well since the last professional plumber fixed it. Introduction of a daily recorded water temperature check in all children’s sanitary areas, with clear accountability assigned to designated staff. Introduction of a maintenance log and escalation procedure, ensuring that any fluctuation in water temperature is addressed immediately and not considered resolved without ongoing verification. 2. Following the inspection, the service’s risk management policies and procedures were immediately reviewed and updated to ensure hazards are appropriately identified, reported, and mitigated in a timely manner. Staff were reminded of their responsibility to report and address risks promptly, and management has implemented increased oversight and monitoring to ensure all safety concerns are identified and acted upon effectively. Management has implemented revised risk assessment and reporting procedures to ensure hazards are identified, reviewed, and addressed promptly. Regular environmental checks and management audits will be carried out, and staff will receive ongoing guidance and supervision regarding their responsibilities in relation to risk identification and reporting to ensure continued compliance with Regulation 23. 3. The damaged door handle was removed and replaced without delay with a suitable, robust commercial- grade fitting. The use of temporary door propping devices was ceased immediately. Implementation of a maintenance reporting and escalation log, ensuring that all defects are recorded immediately and addressed only through approved maintenance channels. Formal reinforcement of staff procedures regarding immediate escalation of any environmental safety risks. 4. The faulty soft-close mechanism has been repaired and fully restored to safe working order. The damaged door handle has been replaced with a secure, child-appropriate handle that prevents the door from being opened by pushing. The door has been tested to ensure it closes safely and functions as intended, eliminating the identified risk of injury. A scheduled maintenance and safety check has been introduced for all doors and fixtures within the service, with particular attention to sanitary areas. A daily visual inspection checklist has been implemented for each room, requiring staff to report any faults immediately to management. A maintenance log has been established to record all repairs, checks, and follow-up actions, ensuring accountability and traceability. 5. One cleaning agent bottle was immediately removed from the low-level press upon identification of the issue. Staff were reminded immediately of correct storage requirements for all hazardous substances, with clear instruction that all cleaning products must be stored in locked, designated storage areas only. 6. The drawstring bags were removed immediately following the identification of the risk. Drawstring bags have been permanently discontinued within the service and will no longer be used for the storage of children’s bedding. Alternative safe storage solutions are now in place to ensure there is no risk to children. Fire Safety: 7. Attendance records were immediately updated. Following this finding, all staff were formally reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure children are signed in and out immediately upon arrival and departure from the service. Management has reinforced monitoring procedures to ensure attendance records are maintained accurately and in real time to prevent a recurrence of this non-compliance. A designated staff member in each room will now complete and cross-check attendance records throughout the day. Attendance procedures have been reviewed with all staff during team meetings and will form part of ongoing supervision and induction training
Regulation 27 — Supervision
The registered provider did not ensure that children were adequately supervised at all times during the inspection. The following was observed: 1. The layout of the baby room and the positioning of staff within in the space resulted in the corridor area which was part of the room at times being out of staff’s view. On both days of inspection children were observed to be present in this area out of staff sight which posed a potential risk to the children. 2. A child was observed to approach the door in the baby room which was propped open with the potential to exit the room unsupervised as staff were engaged in other duties
Provider's corrective action:
1. Following the inspection, the layout and supervision arrangements within the baby room were immediately reviewed. Staff were instructed that children must remain within sight and sound supervision at all times and that no child is to access the corridor area unsupervised. Furniture and play areas were reorganised to improve visibility throughout the room, and staff positioning was adjusted to ensure all areas, including the corridor space, are fully supervised at all times. All staff were reminded of their responsibilities under Regulation 27 regarding supervision and child safety. Room leaders and management will carry out regular supervision checks and daily observations of staff positioning to ensure compliance with supervision procedures. Supervision practices will be reviewed during team meetings, staff supervisions, and induction training to reinforce the importance of maintaining sight and sound supervision. The environment will continue to be monitored and adjusted where necessary to eliminate blind spots and reduce any potential risks to children’s safety. 2. The door was immediately secured and monitored, and the use of a door stopper was ceased without delay. The faulty handle was removed and replaced with an appropriate, robust commercial grade fitted by a qualified contractor. Implementation of a daily safety and security checklist, including verification that all doors in baby and toddler rooms are secure, fully operational, and appropriately closed. Strengthened supervision procedures to ensure that access points are actively monitored at all times, particularly during periods of staff engagement in other duties
Regulation 30 — Minimum space requirements
(2) During the inspection the registered provider did not ensure there was a minimum clear floor space available for the number of children attending the service. The table below details the maximum number of children that can be accommodated and the number of children present. The following was observed: Day 1 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) Am - 17 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child Toddler room 2-3 years 27.12 m2 11 children attending full day care (2.3 m2 required per child 2-3years) Am - 12 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child It is acknowledged on day one of the inspection families were contacted to collect children early where possible. This resulted in a large volume of children exiting the service across all care rooms before the PM count. Day 2 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) AM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children PM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children Preschool room 3-4 years 22.8 m2 9 children attending full day care or 12 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) PM - 12 children FDC Space available exceeded by 3 children Ready for School room 3-5 years 32m2 13 children attending FDC or 17 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) AM - 21 children sessional Space exceeded by 4 children PM - 23 children FDC Space available exceeded by 10 children Day 3 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) AM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children PM - 17 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child Ready for School room 13 children attending FDC or AM - 20 children sessional Space exceeded by 3 children 3-5 years 32m2 17 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) PM - 20 children FDC Space available exceeded by 7 children In addition to the inspection day a review of attendance records dated between January and March 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections. The preventive action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection
Provider's corrective action:
Immediate action was taken to reduce the number of children within the affected rooms to ensure compliance with the required minimum clear floor space per child. Children were relocated to our second location, which reduced occupancy and ensured adequate space within the service. Room layouts were also reviewed and adjusted, and children were redistributed appropriately across rooms. Ongoing monitoring of attendance and room occupancy is in place to ensure continued compliance with space requirements. Management confirm that the service is now operating within the required space standards
Regulation not named in the report text
(1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis. Sixty-five children were registered to attend on a full day care basis on day one and two of the inspection, this increased to sixty-seven children by day 3 of inspection as two new children commenced in the service. The following was observed; o On day one of inspection 60 children were observed to be present during the morning session. o On day two of inspection 62 children were observed to be present during the morning session and 60 were present for the full day. o On day three of inspection 58 children were observed to be present for the full day. A review of attendance records dated between January and April 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service and documentation available indicated that further children are scheduled to begin attending in the coming months. This is an ongoing non-compliance for the service for which the service was escalated to the national registration enforcement panel however the registered provider has failed to put corrective actions in place
Provider's corrective action:
Enrolment was ceased with immediate effect, and no further admissions are being accepted at this time. A managed reduction plan has been introduced to ensure the service operates fully within the registered capacity of 48 full day care places. These actions were treated as a priority and implemented without delay to restore compliance and ensure the service remains operating within its registered conditions at all times. Review and strengthening of the admissions and enrolment policy to ensure that registered capacity limits are strictly adhered to at all times. Introduction of monthly internal compliance audits, with oversight at provider level. A formal commitment that any future intention to vary registered numbers will be subject to prior application and written approval from Tusla
Immediate action notice. An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on day one of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a non-compliance identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details.
Immediate action notice. An additional Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on day two of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a non-compliance identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details.
Immediate action notice. Statutory Notices Notice Date Served Detail Immediate Action Notice IAN 0281 01/04/2026 Evidence of garda vetting was not available for one adult who had access to children. Status Action was taken by the registered provider immediately and the provider submitted a written response which detailed corrective and preventative actions were accepted by the inspectorate. Garda vetting must be submitted to the inspectorate prior to the person being allowed access to children in the service. Improvement Notice IN 0361 01/04/2026 Evidence of the service operating over their registered number led to overcrowding in rooms. Status Corrective action was taken by the registered provider within the required timeframe of the notice. The provider also submitted a written response which detailed preventative actions which were accepted by the inspectorate. Escalation and Enforcement Actions Action Date Detail Regulatory Enforcement Meeting 14/04/2026 Meeting held with Registered Provider concerning condition related inspection findings. Engagement and deliberations are ongoing. Status In progress Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the registered provider, person in charge, staff and children who were present on the days of the inspection.
Immediate action notice. Non-Compliance Information (1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis. Sixty-five children were registered to attend on a full day care basis on day one and two of the inspection, this increased to sixty-seven children by day 3 of inspection as two new children commenced in the service. The following was observed; o On day one of inspection 60 children were observed to be present during the morning session. o On day two of inspection 62 children were observed to be present during the morning session and 60 were present for the full day. o On day three of inspection 58 children were observed to be present for the full day. A review of attendance records dated between January and April 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service and documentation available indicated that further children are scheduled to begin attending in the coming months. This is an ongoing non-compliance for the service for which the service was escalated to the national registration enforcement panel however the registered provider has failed to put corrective actions in place. Corrective & Preventive Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective and Preventive Action Enrolment was ceased with immediate effect, and no further admissions are being accepted at this time. A managed reduction plan has been introduced to ensure the service operates fully within the registered capacity of 48 full day care places. These actions were treated as a priority and implemented without delay to restore compliance and ensure the service remains operating within its registered conditions at all times. Review and strengthening of the admissions and enrolment policy to ensure that registered capacity limits are strictly adhered to at all times. Introduction of monthly internal compliance audits, with oversight at provider level. A formal commitment that any future intention to vary registered numbers will be subject to prior application and written approval from Tusla.
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
(2) (c) See Statutory Notice section in relation to Immediate Action Notice IAN0281 served. (3) The registered provider did not ensure that adequate checks were conducted prior to one adult starting. A review of documentation demonstrated that there were no reference validations available for one person who had commenced in the service. Checks must be completed prior to a person having access to the children in order to establish they are appropriate to have access to children
Provider's corrective action:
(3) The outstanding references have now been obtained, validated, and appropriately documented on file. A full audit of all staff files has been conducted to ensure that all pre-employment checks, including references, are complete and compliant. Any gaps identified have been addressed immediately. A compliance checklist has been applied to all staff files to verify completeness. The register provider confirms that this matter has now been fully rectified. A revised recruitment procedure has been implemented to ensure all required checks, including reference validations, are fully completed and reviewed prior to any staff member commencing employment or having access to children
Regulation 11 — Staffing levels
(1) The registered provider did not ensure there was an adequate number of adults working directly with the children based on the individual ages of the children present in the service at all times across the days of inspection. For example: o On day two at 12.40pm there was 8 adults caring for 62 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were required. o On day two at 2.45pm there was 10 adults caring for 59 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were required. o On day three at 12.57pm there was 8 adults caring for 58 children aged between 1-5 years 10 were require. (2) The registered provider did not ensure that the adult child ratios were maintained in the service at all times across the two days of inspection. The following was observed: Day 1 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 10.46-11.20am Baby 1-2 years 17 3 4 Day 2 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 12.41-12.51pm Preschool 3-4 years 9 1 2 12.30-12.51pm Ready for school 3-6 years 21 2 3 12.51-1.30pm Ready for school 3-6 23 2 3 2.45pm Outdoor area 3-6 years 31 2 4 • Discussion with staff confirmed they had been out of ratio since lunches began on day 2. • The group of 31 children returned indoors at 3:04pm and were separated into two care rooms; the preschool room and the ready for school room. The following was observed; o Twelve children were in the preschool room with one staff member; two staff were required. o Nineteen children were in the Ready for school room with two staff members; three were required. Day 3 Time Room Age range No. of children present Staff present Staff required 12.53pm Baby 1-3.5years 21 3 4 2.00pm Baby 1-3.5years 19 3 4 12.52pm Ready for school 3-6 years 20 2 3 2.05pm Ready for school 3-6 years 19 2 3
Provider's corrective action:
(1) Staffing levels have been adjusted to ensure compliance with required ratios at all times. Additional relief staff have been secured to support ratio compliance. A designated person in charge is assigned daily to monitor ratios throughout the day. Ratio checks are now recorded at set intervals and reviewed by management. A staffing contingency plan has been developed, including access to a panel of trained relief staff to cover short-notice absences. Management has introduced a live ratio tracking system to monitor child attendance and staffing levels in real time with the use of a software application. (2) Following the inspection, staffing arrangements and room allocations were immediately reviewed to ensure the required adult-child ratios are maintained at all times. Additional oversight measures have been implemented by management to monitor ratios throughout the day, and staff have been reminded of their responsibility to ensure compliance with Regulation 11. Management has implemented enhanced ratio monitoring procedures, including regular daily checks of attendance and staffing levels to ensure compliance with adult-child ratio requirements at all times. Staff deployment will be reviewed throughout the day by management, and ongoing monitoring and spot checks will be carried out to prevent a recurrence of this non- compliance
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
The layout of the baby room and the materials available was not sufficient to facilitate independent play experiences for the age range of children in the room. For example: • There was no direct access to construction toys. The plastic bricks available were stored in a lidded box in a corner enclosed by shelving leaving it inaccessible to a child who was observed trying to climb onto the shelf to reach it. • The layout of the furniture was not positioned to effectively support cruising skills for pre-mobile children; a child was observed to trip over a toy while trying to walk for one area of the room to another. This can potentially limit confidence in early motor development. • The room was cluttered, and the children were observed to wander through the play space with no focus showing signs of disinterest, resulting in children climbing on furniture and equipment. • Six battery operated toys were broken and therefore could not be used for the purpose in which they were designed
Provider's corrective action:
Following the inspection, the baby room environment was immediately reviewed and reorganised to better support independent play, accessibility, and the developmental needs of the children attending the room. Construction toys and age-appropriate materials have been repositioned at child level to ensure children can independently access resources safely. Furniture has been rearranged to provide clear pathways and better support cruising and early walking skills for pre-mobile and mobile children. Clutter was removed from the room to create a calmer, more engaging play environment and to reduce unsafe climbing behaviours. All broken battery-operated toys were removed, checked, and repaired or replaced as required. Staff have been reminded that it is their responsibility to carry out regular battery checks and replace batteries where necessary to ensure equipment remains functional and suitable for children’s use. Introduction of a room layout review process, with regular evaluations to ensure the environment remains accessible, safe, and developmentally appropriate for the children in attendance. Implementation of a toy and equipment rotation system to prevent clutter and maintain children’s interest and engagement
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. Water in the Toddler room sanitary area was not thermostatically controlled and was in excess of 50℃ which posed a potential risk of scalding to children. The water temperature was recorded on the inspector’s calibrated thermometer at 57.5℃. An immediate action notice was issued on day one of the inspection. This noncompliance was observed on previous inspections. The preventative action was not maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. It is acknowledged on day two of the inspection the water temperature was recorded at 35.9℃ in line with the allowable maximum temperature of 43℃. 2. The policies and procedures for identifying and reporting risk in the service were unsuitable and were not used appropriately which resulted in hazards not being appropriately identified and effectively mitigated. This is evidenced under the non-compliances detailed in points 3 to 5. 3. The Baby room was not adequately secured which posed a significant risk to children’s safety. On day one of the inspection the door handle was observed to be damaged. On day two the issue remained unresolved despite managements awareness of the issue and had escalated resulting in the door handle being completely broke and unusable. The door was observed to propped open using a foam door stopper. An immediate action notice was issued. 4. The soft close mechanism on the Toddler sanitary door was not operating correctly. In addition, the door handle was damaged allowing the door to be opened by a push. This posed a potential risk of injury to children. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection. The preventative action was not maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 5. Cleaning agents were not stored safely out of children’s reach and were located in a low-level press without a safety lock in the Baby room kitchenette area. This posed a potential risk of accidental poisoning. 6. During sleep time in the Toddler room drawstring bags used to store children’s bed linen were accessible to children on a low-level table and on the floor. This posed a potential risk of injury to children. Fire Safety: 7. Attendance records were not maintained in a timely manner and posed a potential risk of hindering safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. On day one the following was observed: o Two children who were present on the premises were not signed in o A review of the Ready for School attendance record demonstrated that 6 children who had left the premises between 11.56-12.30pm had not been signed out. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections. The registered provider has failed to implement a corrective action or preventative action to resolve the non-compliance. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. The sink was placed under direct supervision and restricted from use until safe temperature levels were confirmed. Additional daily checks of water temperature were implemented across all sanitary areas. The water temperature in this specific sink is working well since the last professional plumber fixed it. Introduction of a daily recorded water temperature check in all children’s sanitary areas, with clear accountability assigned to designated staff. Introduction of a maintenance log and escalation procedure, ensuring that any fluctuation in water temperature is addressed immediately and not considered resolved without ongoing verification. 2. Following the inspection, the service’s risk management policies and procedures were immediately reviewed and updated to ensure hazards are appropriately identified, reported, and mitigated in a timely manner. Staff were reminded of their responsibility to report and address risks promptly, and management has implemented increased oversight and monitoring to ensure all safety concerns are identified and acted upon effectively. Management has implemented revised risk assessment and reporting procedures to ensure hazards are identified, reviewed, and addressed promptly. Regular environmental checks and management audits will be carried out, and staff will receive ongoing guidance and supervision regarding their responsibilities in relation to risk identification and reporting to ensure continued compliance with Regulation 23. 3. The damaged door handle was removed and replaced without delay with a suitable, robust commercial- grade fitting. The use of temporary door propping devices was ceased immediately. Implementation of a maintenance reporting and escalation log, ensuring that all defects are recorded immediately and addressed only through approved maintenance channels. Formal reinforcement of staff procedures regarding immediate escalation of any environmental safety risks. 4. The faulty soft-close mechanism has been repaired and fully restored to safe working order. The damaged door handle has been replaced with a secure, child-appropriate handle that prevents the door from being opened by pushing. The door has been tested to ensure it closes safely and functions as intended, eliminating the identified risk of injury. A scheduled maintenance and safety check has been introduced for all doors and fixtures within the service, with particular attention to sanitary areas. A daily visual inspection checklist has been implemented for each room, requiring staff to report any faults immediately to management. A maintenance log has been established to record all repairs, checks, and follow-up actions, ensuring accountability and traceability. 5. One cleaning agent bottle was immediately removed from the low-level press upon identification of the issue. Staff were reminded immediately of correct storage requirements for all hazardous substances, with clear instruction that all cleaning products must be stored in locked, designated storage areas only. 6. The drawstring bags were removed immediately following the identification of the risk. Drawstring bags have been permanently discontinued within the service and will no longer be used for the storage of children’s bedding. Alternative safe storage solutions are now in place to ensure there is no risk to children. Fire Safety: 7. Attendance records were immediately updated. Following this finding, all staff were formally reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure children are signed in and out immediately upon arrival and departure from the service. Management has reinforced monitoring procedures to ensure attendance records are maintained accurately and in real time to prevent a recurrence of this non-compliance. A designated staff member in each room will now complete and cross-check attendance records throughout the day. Attendance procedures have been reviewed with all staff during team meetings and will form part of ongoing supervision and induction training
Regulation 27 — Supervision
The registered provider did not ensure that children were adequately supervised at all times during the inspection. The following was observed: 1. The layout of the baby room and the positioning of staff within in the space resulted in the corridor area which was part of the room at times being out of staff’s view. On both days of inspection children were observed to be present in this area out of staff sight which posed a potential risk to the children. 2. A child was observed to approach the door in the baby room which was propped open with the potential to exit the room unsupervised as staff were engaged in other duties
Provider's corrective action:
1. Following the inspection, the layout and supervision arrangements within the baby room were immediately reviewed. Staff were instructed that children must remain within sight and sound supervision at all times and that no child is to access the corridor area unsupervised. Furniture and play areas were reorganised to improve visibility throughout the room, and staff positioning was adjusted to ensure all areas, including the corridor space, are fully supervised at all times. All staff were reminded of their responsibilities under Regulation 27 regarding supervision and child safety. Room leaders and management will carry out regular supervision checks and daily observations of staff positioning to ensure compliance with supervision procedures. Supervision practices will be reviewed during team meetings, staff supervisions, and induction training to reinforce the importance of maintaining sight and sound supervision. The environment will continue to be monitored and adjusted where necessary to eliminate blind spots and reduce any potential risks to children’s safety. 2. The door was immediately secured and monitored, and the use of a door stopper was ceased without delay. The faulty handle was removed and replaced with an appropriate, robust commercial grade fitted by a qualified contractor. Implementation of a daily safety and security checklist, including verification that all doors in baby and toddler rooms are secure, fully operational, and appropriately closed. Strengthened supervision procedures to ensure that access points are actively monitored at all times, particularly during periods of staff engagement in other duties
Regulation 30 — Minimum space requirements
(2) During the inspection the registered provider did not ensure there was a minimum clear floor space available for the number of children attending the service. The table below details the maximum number of children that can be accommodated and the number of children present. The following was observed: Day 1 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) Am - 17 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child Toddler room 2-3 years 27.12 m2 11 children attending full day care (2.3 m2 required per child 2-3years) Am - 12 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child It is acknowledged on day one of the inspection families were contacted to collect children early where possible. This resulted in a large volume of children exiting the service across all care rooms before the PM count. Day 2 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) AM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children PM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children Preschool room 3-4 years 22.8 m2 9 children attending full day care or 12 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) PM - 12 children FDC Space available exceeded by 3 children Ready for School room 3-5 years 32m2 13 children attending FDC or 17 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) AM - 21 children sessional Space exceeded by 4 children PM - 23 children FDC Space available exceeded by 10 children Day 3 Room Name Maximum number of children allowed Children in attendance Baby room 1-2 years 44.8 m2 16 children attending full day care (FDC) (2.8 m2 required per child 1-2years) AM - 18 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children PM - 17 children FDC Space available exceeded by 1 child Ready for School room 13 children attending FDC or AM - 20 children sessional Space exceeded by 3 children 3-5 years 32m2 17 children attending sessional care (1.81 m2 required per child during sessional care) 2.3 m2 required per child during FDC) PM - 20 children FDC Space available exceeded by 7 children In addition to the inspection day a review of attendance records dated between January and March 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections. The preventive action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection
Provider's corrective action:
Immediate action was taken to reduce the number of children within the affected rooms to ensure compliance with the required minimum clear floor space per child. Children were relocated to our second location, which reduced occupancy and ensured adequate space within the service. Room layouts were also reviewed and adjusted, and children were redistributed appropriately across rooms. Ongoing monitoring of attendance and room occupancy is in place to ensure continued compliance with space requirements. Management confirm that the service is now operating within the required space standards
Regulation not named in the report text
(1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis. Sixty-five children were registered to attend on a full day care basis on day one and two of the inspection, this increased to sixty-seven children by day 3 of inspection as two new children commenced in the service. The following was observed; o On day one of inspection 60 children were observed to be present during the morning session. o On day two of inspection 62 children were observed to be present during the morning session and 60 were present for the full day. o On day three of inspection 58 children were observed to be present for the full day. A review of attendance records dated between January and April 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service and documentation available indicated that further children are scheduled to begin attending in the coming months. This is an ongoing non-compliance for the service for which the service was escalated to the national registration enforcement panel however the registered provider has failed to put corrective actions in place
Provider's corrective action:
Enrolment was ceased with immediate effect, and no further admissions are being accepted at this time. A managed reduction plan has been introduced to ensure the service operates fully within the registered capacity of 48 full day care places. These actions were treated as a priority and implemented without delay to restore compliance and ensure the service remains operating within its registered conditions at all times. Review and strengthening of the admissions and enrolment policy to ensure that registered capacity limits are strictly adhered to at all times. Introduction of monthly internal compliance audits, with oversight at provider level. A formal commitment that any future intention to vary registered numbers will be subject to prior application and written approval from Tusla
Immediate action notice. An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on the day of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a non-compliance identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details.
Immediate action notice. (1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis however 60 children were observed to be present for the full day. In addition, a review of attendance records dated between September and November 2025 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June registered provider must demonstrate how they have rectified the non-compliance and will prevent any non - compliance from re occurring. The Corrective Action and Preventive Action plan (CAPA) will be used to inform decisions about compliance with regulatory requirements. Where the registered provider fails to meet the statutory requirements an escalation process may be commenced.
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
(d) The police vetting required since last inspection for one staff member who had resided outside of Ireland for a period of 6 months, or more was still not obtained. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections in November 2024 and June 2025. The document remains outstanding. (3) The procedures specified in paragraph (2) were not carried out prior to the employment of one staff member. A review of start dates showed one adult commenced employment in the service prior to appropriate consideration of garda vetting. This was a non-compliance on the previous inspections in November 2024 and June 2025. The preventive action has not been maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. (4) There was no evidence available to show that one new staff member and one existing staff member whose qualification has not been provided to the inspectorate since last inspection who both worked directly with the children held at least a major award in Early childhood Care and Education at Level 5 on the National Qualifications Framework or a qualification deemed by the Minister to be equivalent. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections in November 2024 and June 2025. The corrective action has not been implemented, and the preventative action has failed to prevent recurrence
Provider's corrective action:
(d) The staff member is leaving their employment by 23/12/2025. Management will continue to support and document all efforts to obtain vetting where possible. Staff employment will ensure compliance with vetting regulations, maintaining children’s safety at all times. We will be using Staff file checklist to ensure necessary documents for employees. (3) Management conducted an immediate review of the staff members recruitment file to ensure all remaining required documentation was in place and compliant with Regulation 9. A revised pre-employment checklist must now be completed and signed by the person in charge before a start date is confirmed to a new staff member. (4) One staff member without qualification is leaving employment on 23/12/2025. The second staff member has requested recognition of her qualification from DCYA, and this process is currently in progress. Both staff members have been temporarily restricted from unsupervised contact where necessary until qualifications are verified or employment ends. Staff were reminded of the requirement to provide verified evidence of qualifications prior to working directly with children. A staff qualification audit has been implemented to ensure all current and new staff have verified Level 5 or equivalent qualifications before commencing work with children. Recruitment procedures have been updated to verify and document all qualifications prior to employment
Regulation 11 — Staffing levels
(2) The registered provider did not ensure that the adult child ratios were maintained in the service at all times. Between 12.30pm-2.45pm two adults were caring for 22 children aged between 3-5 years. Three adults were required to maintain ratio
Provider's corrective action:
(2) A revised staffing schedule has been created to ensure continuous coverage between 12:30pm and 2:45pm when staff breaks, transitions, and collection times commonly overlap. An additional relief/float staff member has been assigned during peak hours (12:00–3:00pm) to ensure immediate cover for planned or unplanned staff absences. Daily ratios will now be monitored by the designated Person in Charge. Mandatory ratio training for all staff and the introduction of a ratio sheet to be checked every thirty minutes. A monthly internal audit will be conducted to confirm consistent compliance with Regulation 11(2)
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
Supporting relationships around children: 1. The interaction strategy used by one staff member was not child friendly or age appropriate. On the day of inspection, a staff member was observed to use negative language and pointing to address a child’s behaviour. Basic needs: 2. The toileting practice in the Ready for School room did not provide for children’s privacy and dignity during toileting. One toilet door did not have a closing mechanism in place which resulted in the door remaining open and a child being in view of other children in the sanitary area during toileting. This non- compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The preventive action has not been maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. Physical and material Environment: 3. There were insufficient resources available for the number of children in the Baby room to enable children to engage in meaningful play and support their development. • There were no blocks, construction toys or complete sets of sorting toys directly accessible to promote fine motor skills. • There was no push along toys or buggies to encourage early walking development. • There were limited resources in the play kitchen area for the number of children present to allow for purposeful play. • The animal house had no supporting props for play. • Battery-operated toys had no batteries and could not be used as intended. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The registered provider has failed to implement a corrective action or preventative action to resolve the non-compliances. 4. Books in Preschool room and Ready for School room library areas were observed tattered and damaged. Books should be maintained and laid out in an inviting manner to promote use and early literacy. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The registered provider has failed to implement a corrective action or preventative action to resolve the non-compliance
Provider's corrective action:
1. A meeting was held, and the staff member was reminded of the series positive interaction policy. The behaviour and interaction policy has been reviewed with all staff, and all staff will complete annual refresher training on positive, respectful interactions. Management will conduct regular observations to monitor staff-child interactions. 2. The toilet door closing mechanism in the Ready for School room has been fixed to ensure the door can be fully closed, maintaining children’s privacy during toileting. Staff were reminded of appropriate toileting supervision practices. Daily environment checks now include confirmation that all toilet doors are fully functional. 3. New age-appropriate resources were purchased including books, sorting toys, push-along equipment, kitchen play items and imaginative play props. A monthly resource audit will be carried out by the Room Leader and signed off by the Person in Charge. A dedicated replacement budget has been established for Baby Room resources. A protocol is in place to replace missing or broken items within five working days. 4. All damaged books were removed, and books were added to ensure children had access to suitable literacy resources. The library areas were cleaned and reorganized. A monthly audit of book condition will be completed and signed off by the Person in Charge. A process is in place to replace damaged books within five working days. A quarterly budget has been allocated for ongoing book replenishment
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. Water in the Toddler room sanitary area was not thermostatically controlled and was in excess of 50℃ which posed a potential risk of scalding to children. At 12.31pm the water temperature was recorded on the inspector’s calibrated thermometer at 56.6℃. An immediate action notice was issued on the day of inspection. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The preventive action has not been maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 2. A trailing flex accessible to children was present in the Preschool room which posed a potential risk of injury. 3. The soft close mechanism on the Toddler sanitary door was not working causing the door to slam shut when opened. This posed a potential risk of injury to children. Infection Control: 4. The wall by the window in the baby room which is accessible to children was damaged with chipped exposed plaster. This posed a potential infection control risk. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The corrective action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 5. The door and door surround of the preschool room were worn with chipped paint. This posed a potential infection control risk. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The corrective action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 6. The door surround of the ready for school room sanitary area was unfinished. This posed a potential infection control risk. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The corrective action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection. 7. A changing mat in the baby room sanitary area was cracked and torn which prevented effective cleaning and posed an infection control risk. 8. Extraction vents in the preschool care room and sanitary area were observed covered with a heavy layer of dust which posed an infection control risk. 9. Baby wipes were used to clean children’s hands in the Baby room prior to mealtime. This is not in line with the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HSPC) best practice guidelines. Safe Sleep: 10. Sleep practices were not in line with Tusla’s “Guidance for the Early Learning and Care sector on sleep provision for children under 24 months”. The following was observed: • Three children under the age of two were observed sleeping on low level stackable beds. These children required suitable sleep facilities such as a cot or floor bed containing a mattress between 6 and 15cm. • There was no documentation available for three children detailing that they were developmentally ready to move from a cot or that a risk assessment had been completed. Children under the age of two years who do not sleep in cots must have appropriate sleep plans available to show that the sleep environment had been risk assessed, consideration has been given to the child’s developmental readiness to move from a cot to a floor bed, and the change has been agreed in collaboration with parents/guardians. Fire Safety: 11. Attendance records were not maintained in a timely manner. At 10.43am a review of attendance records demonstrated that a child who was present in the service was not signed in on the roll book. This posed a potential risk of hindering safe evacuation from the premises in the event of an emergency. Conversations with staff and a review of service procedure demonstrated the roll book is used to confirm the children present in the event of an evacuation. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections in November 2024 and June 2025. The registered provider has failed to implement a corrective action or preventative action to resolve the non- compliance. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. Following the inspection the Toddler Room tap was immediately taken out of use to eliminate any risk to children. Children were redirected to alternative handwashing sink while the issue was addressed. Staff were reminded of the importance of checking water temperature before use in all areas. An independent licensed plumber has been engaged to replace the thermostatic mixing valve again and ensure accurate and safe water temperature control. Records of all corrective actions will be maintained on a water temperature log. 2. The trailing flex was secured immediately out of reach of children. Staff were informed to monitor the area and ensure children cannot access a trailing flex at any time. Daily room checks will ensure no accessible trailing wires. 3. The soft-close mechanism on the Toddler room sanitary door was repaired/replaced by maintenance to ensure the door now closes safely. All Room doors will undergo regular safety checks to ensure mechanisms are functioning correctly. Any faulty doors or hardware will be immediately reported and repaired. Records of maintenance and safety checks will be maintained by the Person in Charge. Infection Control: 4. The damaged wall area in the baby room was repaired and made smooth, and the surface was sealed and repainted using appropriate material to ensure it is cleanable. Regular room inspections will include checks of walls and surfaces accessible to children; any future damage will be repaired as soon as possible to prevent infection control risks. 5. The door and door surround in the preschool room were repaired, sealed and repainted to ensure surfaces are smooth and cleanable. Regular inspection will check doors and high touch areas for damage. Any future damage will be repaired as soon as possible, and records of inspections and repairs will be maintained. 6. The area was cleaned and monitored to prevent children from contact. A contractor has been engaged to complete and seal the door surround, ensuring all surfaces are smooth and hygienic. Regular inspection of door surrounds and high touch areas for damage will be conducted. Any future unfinished or damaged surfaces will be repaired as soon as possible and documented. 7. The damaged changing mat was removed immediately, and a new mat was purchased. Daily checks of all changing mats will be conducted to ensure they remain intact and hygienic. 8. The vents were thoroughly cleaned immediately. A regular cleaning system for all extraction vents has been implemented and documented. 9. Staff were immediately instructed to wash all children’s hands with soap and running water prior to mealtimes. Daily handwashing protocols are now reinforced and displayed in the Baby Room. Staff will receive ongoing training and supervision to ensure compliance with HPSC hand hygiene guidelines. Management will monitor hand hygiene practices regularly and maintain records of compliance. Safe Sleep: 10. Children under two years now sleep in appropriate sleep facilities including cots or suitable floor beds as required. All new sleep arrangements for children under two will require completed sleep plans and documented parental agreement before implementation. Staff will receive ongoing training and supervision on safe sleep practices in line with Tusla guidance. Management will regularly audit sleep records and facilities to ensure compliance. Fire Safety: 11. Staff were reminded to immediately sign all children in and out of the service promptly. Staff have been retrained on attendance procedures and the importance of accurate records for emergency evacuation. A daily verification procedure has been implemented to ensure all children are signed in and out in a timely manner. Management will monitor attendance records weekly to ensure compliance
Regulation 27 — Supervision
The registered provider did not ensure that children were adequately supervised at all times during the day. Children were observed under the sole care and supervision of an unqualified staff member during nappy changing. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June 2025. The preventive action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspections
Provider's corrective action:
All supervision and nappy changing duties will now require support or oversight from a qualified staff member to ensure full compliance with this regulation. A staff supervision policy has been reinforced. Staff schedules and deployment have been reviewed to ensure adequate supervision at all times. Management will monitor daily routines to ensure compliance with supervision requirements
Regulation 30 — Minimum space requirements
(2) During the inspection the registered provider did not ensure there was minimum clear floor space available for the number of children present in the Preschool, Ready for School and Toddler care rooms. The table below details the maximum number of children that can be accommodated in these care rooms and the number of children present. The following was observed: Room name Space available Children in attendance Toddler room (1-2 years 7 months) 27.12 m2 11 children attending full day care AM count - 13 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children PM count - 13 children FDC Space available exceeded by 2 children Preschool room (2-3 years) 22.8 m2 9 children attending full day care (FDC) or 12 children attending sessional care PM count - 12 children FDC Space available exceeded by 3 children Ready for School room (3-5 years) 32 m2 13 children attending FDC or 17 children attending sessional care AM count - 22 children sessional Space available exceeded by 5 children PM count - 22 children FDC Space available exceeded by 9 children In addition to the inspection day a review of attendance records dated between September and November 2025 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspections in November 2024 and June 2025. The preventive action has not been carried out in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection
Provider's corrective action:
Following the inspection, arrangements were made to reduce the number of children present in the Preschool, Ready for School and Toddler rooms. This action will ensure the required minimum clear floor space is available in all rooms. Room occupant levels will be closely monitored to ensure they remain within the available clear floor space requirements under this Regulation. The person in charge will oversee compliance and any future changes will be notified to Tusla in line with regulatory requirements
Regulation not named in the report text
(1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis however 60 children were observed to be present for the full day. In addition, a review of attendance records dated between September and November 2025 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection on 18th June registered provider must demonstrate how they have rectified the non-compliance and will prevent any non - compliance from re occurring. The Corrective Action and Preventive Action plan (CAPA) will be used to inform decisions about compliance with regulatory requirements. Where the registered provider fails to meet the statutory requirements an escalation process may be commenced. The inspectorate reserves the right to edit responses received for reasons including clarity, completeness and compliance with administrative and legal processes. The contents of the report are compiled by the inspectorate body. Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the registered provider, person in charge, staff and children who were present on the day of the inspection