Inspection of 20 May 2025 — Inspection Report
Regulation 15 — Record of pre-school child
- (i) Two of the 12 records assessed did not have a record of written parental consent for the service to provide appropriate medical treatment if required in the event of an emergency. Not having children’s records complete may hinder the care and safety of the children in the service if this information is needed for care provision
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action: The registered provider stated in their response that parents and guardians were requested to sign and return the children’s registration forms with signatures to allow appropriate medical treatment in the case of an emergency. Preventive Action New child record forms from Early Childhood Ireland have been purchased. These forms are clearer for parents and guardians and all areas are identified in a clear and appropriate manner. These forms are now available for the children enrolled to start in the service in September 2025
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
- General Safety: 1. Garda vetting was available for one staff member. However, this vetting disclosure was not dated within the previous three years in adherence with the Early Years Inspectorate Regulatory Notice ‘EYI-RN12.3 Renewal of Garda Vetting’. It is acknowledged that an application for renewal of Garda vetting in respect of the staff member was made on 21 May 2025. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
- General Safety: Corrective Action The registered provider stated in their response that a Garda vetting application was completed on 21 May 2025 in respect of the staff member. Preventive Action All staff records will be checked on a regular basis with all staff updating their required certification
Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 16, 19, 28.