(2)(d) See Statutory Notice section in relation to improvement Notice IN0282. (3) A review of available documents demonstrated that two adults had commenced within the service prior to the consideration of police vetting
Provider's corrective action:
(3) Management have created a new checklist to have completed before start date. A risk assessment has also been created for files
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. The Montessori care room door that leads towards the basement exit was observed propped open on the morning of inspection which posed a potential safety risk to children. It is acknowledged staff closed this door before discussion with the inspector and the door was observed closed later in the day. 2. A phone cable was not adequately secured to the wall in the cot room. It is acknowledged a temporary measure was put in place to secure the cable during sleep time. Infection Control: 3. There were no foot pedal bins available in the Montessori sanitary area. This posed an infection control risk. Foot pedal operated bins allow hygienic disposal of contaminated materials. 4. Three visibly stained cot sheets were observed in use for sleeping children on the day of inspection. This is not in line with service policy that advises children’s individual sheet and blanket is laundered in antibacterial detergent weekly or more frequently if required. 5. Children in the junior wobbler room were not supported to wash their hands prior to mealtime. This is not in line with the services infection control policy that advises children will wash their hands before eating. Fire Safety: 6. Attendance records were not maintained in a timely manner and posed a potential risk of hindering safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. Two children who were present on the premises on the day of inspection were not signed in. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. A new door with child safe lock has been installed. The Montessori door has been added to the room and general risk assessments to be checked each day. 2. Using special staples, the cable has been secured to the wall. A cot room risk assessment has been created. Infection Control: 3. Pedal bins were purchased and are now in each toilet. This has been added to the Montessori room assessment checklist. 4. The service has a laundry schedule where each class has a day to complete laundry. There are also some extra sheets if a blanket/sheet is dirty it can be changed. This has been added to the daily risk assessment. 5. Daily routine has been changed adding extra time to wash hands and an additional person present to assist. Fire Safety: 6. A staff meeting was held remining staff that the the attendance records is one of the most important things and they need to write the time every child come in and go home at the moment. This has been added to the general risk assessment to check throughout every day
Regulation 29 — Premises
(d) During the inspection it was observed that the premises was not cleaned and maintained as required. The following was observed: • A rusted and damaged metal bar was present on the walkway from the garden to the ground floor. • There were damaged radiator covers in the Montessori room. • The vent in the Montessori sanitary area was heavily dusted. • There was a build-up of dirt and debris long the floor edges of the Montessori room. • Fixtures on the wall in the cot room had a heavy layer of dust. • There is chipped and damaged paint in the Montessori room. • There is damaged skirting board in the Montessori room
Provider's corrective action:
(d) • The metal bar was removed and all the area cleaned. A section of plastic was fitted to protect any risk it can be there for the children’s safety. • The damaged radiator cover was removed and replaced. This needs to be painted. • All the vents in the Montessori area and the rest of the creche were clean. • The floor for Montessori including the floor edges were cleaned. • The cot room was clean to protect the children’s safety and health. • Montessori class will be painted the weekend of July 18th. • We fix it the damage skirting board in the Montessori Class and this will be painted the weekend of July 18th. The room assessment and risk assessment have bee updated to check for dust and damage daily
Immediate action notice. An immediate action notice was issued to the registered provider on the 23/05/2025 in relation to concerns under
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
(a) The registered providers did not ensure that a named deputy person in charge was available to deputise in the event of the person in charge not being present in the service. This was evidenced by a review of the roster and conversation with the person in charge. It is acknowledged that the person in charge was rostered to be in the service at all times during operational hours and remained onsite for the duration of the inspection, an area manager, that is based in another service owned by the registered providers, is available if required
(a)(b) A review of staff files evidenced the following: o One written and validated reference was not available for one adult who worked directly with children. o Two written references were available for one adult; however, documentary evidence was not available to confirm a validation check had been completed. (d) International police vetting was available for one staff member in respect of one country that they had lived in other than Ireland for a period longer than six consecutive months as an adult, however, an official translation of this document was not available for review. (3) Evidence was not available to demonstrate that the procedures specified in paragraph (2) were carried out in relation to ten adults who had access to the children. The following was observed: o Ten written references were available from past employers for eight adults, however documentary evidence showed that validations had not been obtained prior to commencement in the service. o Five written references were available from a source other than a past employer for four adults, however documentary evidence showed that a validation had not been obtained prior to commencement in the service. o International police vetting for one adult was dated after their commencement in the service
Provider's corrective action:
(a) Management have assigned a new deputy person in charge. The new deputy person in charge will step in to assist in the event that the manager is not available and when required
(a)(b) Management have reviewed staff files and ensured all validations are complete and up to date. A checklist is in place to ensure all checks are caried out prior to a new staff member commencing in the service. (d) Management have reviewed staff files for international police vetting and translations. Management will follow the recruitment checklist to ensure all checks are completed prior to a new staff member commencing in the service. (3) Management have introduced a checklist to ensure that all checks are carried out prior to a new staff member commencing in the service. It is mandatory for management to complete the checklist and to ensure all required documentation is in place before a new staff member commences employment
Regulation 11 — Staffing levels
(1) The registered providers did not ensure that an adequate number of adults were working directly with the children at all times on the day of inspection. Staff members who were available were unable to respond adequately to the care needs of the children. This is detailed under the non-compliance section of Regulation
Provider's corrective action:
(1) A new staff member has been employed who will support care rooms during transitions and break times. Management will ensure there is always an additional staff member available to provide cover and support during the day
Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service
(j) The registered provider did not ensure the following information was included to ensure a full record in writing could be maintained for medicine administration records: o A space to record the child’s date of birth was not available on the medication administration records. It is acknowledged that all other relevant information was recorded on a sample of twelve records that were reviewed on the day of inspection
Provider's corrective action:
(j) An updated medication administration form has been implemented and will be used in the service going forward. Management held a meeting to notify staff members of the update and will ensure the new forms will be used in future
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
1. A child who had recently joined and was settling into the service was observed to be upset at regular intervals throughout the day. Staff were observed to use soft tones, sit with and sing to the child to help them settle, however, staff members were not observed to use physical touch, such as hugs and cuddles, to soothe or comfort the child. Staff members also confirmed that they do not contact the parents when a child is upset or distressed during the settling in period. This is at variance with the service’s settling in policy which states that children will not experience prolonged distress, and parents will be informed of such instances. Children should be appropriately comforted and reassured by their caregivers to ensure smooth transitions from home to the service, and parents should be notified in a timely manner if their child is upset or distressed for prolonged periods. 2. Practices observed in the Senior Wobbler room did not ensure timely transitions for the children in their daily routine. The following was observed: o Children were observed to be seated at the table. One child at a time was taken to have their nappy changed. Upon their return to the care room, they were served their dinner while other children who had not yet been changed sat at the table with no food or activity. Dinner was brought to the care room at 11:03am, the last child was served their dinner was at 11:20am. o When children had finished their dinner, they were encouraged to clean their hands and faces and remain seated while their friends finished eating. The children who had finished their dinner remained seated with no activity. The children were observed to be calm at first, becoming agitated and restless shortly thereafter. o Staff members were observed to move the small chairs from the table and place them around the care room against the wall and shelving units where the children then sat while staff members cleaned the room after dinner and prepared for sleep time. The children were becoming visibly more agitated and restless, showing signs of tiredness and boredom and were observed moving from their chairs and climbing on top of them. 3. The transition to sleep in the Senior Wobbler room was observed to be disorganised and untimely on the day of inspection. One staff member attempted to settle nine children in low level beds who were observed to be uneasy and roll around while chatting and making noise. It is acknowledged that another staff member, who was positioned in the doorway of an adjoining care room to facilitate sufficient supervision of both care rooms, entered the Senior Wobbler room to provide support during this period. 4. Additional portions of dinner were not readily available in the Junior Wobbler room. Children were observed to eat all of their food and express a want for more. A staff member confirmed to the inspector that one portion of food is available per child. Extra servings of food should be available to the children in the event that they are still hungry at mealtimes. It is acknowledged that additional portions of food were available to the children in the Senior Wobbler room and Toddler room on the day of inspection. 5. Children in the Toddler room were observed to sleep on stackable beds without sheets. This does not provide the children with a comfortable place to sleep or rest. 6. A place for the children to rest and take part in quiet activities was not available in the Junior Wobbler room. 7. Children in the Junior Wobbler room were unable to access toys stored on high level shelving, this impeded opportunities for spontaneous play. 8. The following was observed in the outdoor play area which impeded the children’s opportunities for spontaneous and imaginative play: o The kitchen did not have any supporting play equipment. o A sandpit was observed to be covered with a lid in and stored in an area that was not accessed by the children. o An area for quiet activities and play was not available to the children
Provider's corrective action:
1. Management held a staff meeting to discuss care needs of all children in the service. Staff members have been reminded of the importance of appropriately comforting children, calling for support if needed and informing parents if a child is upset. Management will continue to remind staff members of this during meetings and during induction for new staff members. 2. Management held a staff meeting to discuss smooth transitions during the day. A new staff member has been employed in the service and will support in the care rooms during transitions. Management will ensure that an additional staff member is available to help during transitions and the daily routine of each class. 3. Management held a staff meeting to discuss support during sleep time and a new staff member has been employed in the service who will provide support in the care rooms for all parts of the daily routine. 4. Staff members have been advised to ask for additional portions of food to ensure that there is extra for the children if it is wanted. Management have arranged to have additional portions for each care room every day. 5. Management have bought extra bed sheets and blankets. Staff members were informed of this in a staff meeting and reminded that there is additional bed linen available if required. 6. Soft cushions and pillows have been added to the cosy area to make it more comfortable for the children and it will be included in the daily check. Management have sought guidance from a quality support agency to advise on areas of interest within the care rooms. 7. The toys that were stored at a high level have been moved to lower shelving making them accessible to the children. Labels and visual aides have been added to the boxes to show the children the contents and facilitate spontaneous play. Staff members will u se the high shelving to store paperwork and additional equipment. Management will include this in the daily check. 8. Management have bought a new sandpit and added supporting equipment to the kitchen. A cosy area is now available to the children in the garden. Management have sought guidance from a quality support agency
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. An external door leading into the basement level of the service was not appropriately secured to prevent unauthorised persons from gaining access to the premises. An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the service in respect of this non-compliance. 2. The registered providers did not ensure that an effective method of communication was available to staff members in the service which facilitated contact between care rooms in the event that additional support was required by staff members or in the event of an emergency. 3. A robust risk assessment was not available for one adult who resided in a residential unit on the upper floor of the service which is accessed via the service entrance and hallway but does not work in the service. 4. Children’s bottles were observed to be heated in a microwave before sleep time. This is not in line with best practice guidance for infant feeding and is not in line with the service policy which states that bottles must not be heated in a microwave. 5. The following was observed in the outdoor play area which posed a potential trip hazard: o Part of the paving which led to an external staircase was observed to be loose and lifting. o An area covered with artificial grass was observed to have a hole in it. o A tree stump was observed to be cut low to the ground level and not easily visible. Infection Control: 6. On the day of inspection, children in the Junior Wobbler room were not observed to take part in effective hand washing practices, increasing the risk of cross contamination. This non-compliance was observed on the last inspection, dated the 2nd and 3rd of May 2024. The following was observed: o Children were not observed to have their hands washed after nappy changes. o Staff members were observed to use baby wipes to wash hands before dinner. 7. Adequate space of 50cm was not maintained between cots in the Junior Wobbler room, for example, four cots were observed to be placed between 28cm - 37cm apart, which increases the risk of cross contamination. This non-compliance was observed on the last inspection, dated the 2nd and 3rd of May 2024. 8. A cot mattress in the Junior Wobbler room was observed to be torn, exposing the internal foam. This increases the likelihood of cross contamination and cannot be cleaned effectively. 9. Children’s soothers were observed to be stored loosely in a basket, increasing the risk of cross contamination. 10. The sanitary area on the basement level of the service was observed to be dirty with a sticky residue on the floor and walls, around the sink and the base of the toilet. 11. A box of toys and equipment in the outdoor play area were observed to be dirty and not maintained. Safe Sleep: 12. Four children in the Junior Wobbler room were observed to have comforters in the cots while they slept. This poses a potential risk of suffocation. This non-compliance was observed on the last inspection, dated the 2nd and 3rd of May 2024. Fire Safety: 13. Children’s attendance records in the Toddler room were not maintained in a prompt and timely manner. Through conversation with staff members, it was confirmed that eight children were in attendance when the inspector entered the care room at 10:38am, however, upon review of attendance records at 12:07pm, there were no children recorded as being present in the Toddler room. This may prevent the safe evacuation of the children in the event of an emergency. This was a non-compliance in the Junior Wobbler room and Montessori on the previous inspection, dated 2nd and 3rd of May 2024. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. A new lock that can only be accessed using a key or passcode has been installed on the external door leading into the basement level. Management have updated staff members and parents about the new system to enter the service. 2. An intercom system is now in use that alerts staff members in all areas of the building so staff members can call for help or support. A communication application is also in use for staff members to communicate with each other. An additional staff member will also be available to provide support. 3. A risk assessment has been completed for one adult who resides in a residential unit on the upper floor of the service. Management have included this in the daily risk assessment and will assess the risk on a continuous basis. 4. Management held a staff meeting to update staff members about the correct way to heat bottles. The microwave is no longer used, and bottles are heated in warm water. 5. Management have removed the tree stumps, covered the holes and fixed the paving in the garden. A risk assessment will ensure that these checks will be carried out daily to prevent recurrence. Infection Control: 6. The daily routine has been updated to ensure sufficient handwashing is completed after nappy changing and before eating. Management discussed the importance of handwashing in a staff meeting and reminded staff members to include this in the daily routine. 7. Staff members were reminded of the minimum required space between cots during a staff meeting. A visual prompt is displayed in the cot room as an additional reminder. Management will carry out daily checks in the cot and sleep rooms. 8. Management have bought a new mattress, and additional mattress covers incase older ones need to be replaced. Mattress covers will be replaced as required. 9. Management have bought separate boxes to store children’s soothers individually. The daily risk assessment has been updated to include this. 10. Management have ordered new silicone covering for around the toilet. The daily risk assessment has been updated to include this. 11. The toy box has been removed from the area and disposed of. Broken equipment will be included in the daily risk assessments and any broken items will be removed immediately. Safe Sleep: 12. Comforters will be removed from cots and beds once the children are asleep. Management will carry out daily checks in the cot and sleep rooms. Fire Safety: 13. Management discussed this with staff members during a staff meeting. Attendance books will be checked in the morning to ensure the accurate recording of attendance
Immediate action notice. 2 May 2024 An Immediate Action notice was issued to the registered providers on the day of inspection, in relation to the following non-compliances identified under Regulation 23. Regulation 11- Staffing Levels, children’s needs not met due to inadequate staffing numbers. Regulation 23- Fire Safety, the emergency exit door was obstructed in the cot sleep room on the ground floor. A response was received from the registered providers which mitigated the risks identified on 8 March 2024. Please see details in the body of the report.
Regulation 8 — Notification of change in circumstances
The service was found to be operating outside of its current registration status. The service is currently registered to provide care for children aged 1-5, however on inspection there was a child present who began in the service before the child turned 1 year of age. On review of attendance records, the inspector noted that there were three more children who had begun in the service before the children turned 1 years of age since January 2024
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action The registered providers have stated that the service will not be taking children prior to the child’s first birthday. Preventative Action The service will not be taking children under 1 years of age. An email was sent to parents stating that the service is not taking children prior to the child’s first birthday
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
(2)(a)(b) The registered providers did not ensure the following reference checks were carried out prior to the adults working in the service: o Evidence was not available to show that one adult had a second written validated reference on file. o Evidence was not available to show that three reference from a past employer in relation to three adults had been verified. o Evidence was not available to show that two references from a source other than a past employer in relation to two adults had been verified. (4) Evidence was not available to show that one adult who works directly with children held at least a major award in Early Childhood Care and Education at Level 5 or above on the National Framework of Qualifications or a qualification deemed eligible by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and youth
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action (2)(a)(b) The adult provided a second written reference and was validated. All references from a past employer have now been verified. All references from a source other than a past employer have now been verified. (4) The adult who works directly with children held an award in Early Childhood Care and Education at Level 7 but was in a foreign language, so it was missed. The staff member has been asked to have it translated. Preventive Action (2)(a)(b) The service will use a reference checklist going forward. (4) The service now requires all new staff to bring a translated qualification and ensure the future staff checklist is completed prior to starting
Regulation 11 — Staffing levels
(1) The registered providers did not ensure an adequate number of adults were working directly with the children at all times on Day 1 of inspection. The staff available were unable to respond adequately to the care needs of the children. This is detailed under the non-compliance section of Regulation 19. (2) Adult to child ratio were not maintained while staff were on their breaks on Day 1 of inspection. Evidenced by the following: o At 12.57pm there was one adult caring for ten children aged between 2-3 years of age in the Toddler Care room during sleep time. This included 2 children awake and eight sleeping children on low beds. This staff member was also responsible from 12.23pm to 12.59pm for the supervision of eight sleeping children under 24 months in the Senior Wobbler room who had been left alone with the door to their care room left open. An Immediate Action was issued to the registered providers under Regulation 23- Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of children in relation to this non-compliance. A response was received from the registered providers which mitigated the risks identified on 2 May 2024
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action Interviews were held and new staff have been hired. Preventive Action The service will continue to hire new staff. The job advertisement is still active
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
1. In the Junior Wobbler Cot Sleep room at 11.30am there was one member of staff with six children awake and four children sleeping. The staff member was unable to physically comfort all the children and one child was observed to cry from 11.18am to 11.49am until the child fell asleep. During this time the staff member was trying to get another child who was crying loudly to sleep and the two other children in cots nearby to sleep. This did not support a relaxing restful sleep environment. 2. Two children in the Toddler room who did not require a sleep were not provided with an alternative room to play at sleep time which took place between 12.23pm and 2.30pm. During this time the lighting was dimmed, and soft music was playing. This did not support the child’s individual learning, development and well-being and inhibited opportunities for movement and natural play. 3. In the Junior Wobbler room one child was observed to have a wet patch on their leggings at 1.19pm. At 1.50pm this child was brought to have their nappy changed and the staff member changed the child’s leggings. Children should have their nappy changed and wet clothes removed in a timely manner. 4. The outdoor equipment accessible to the children was limited and did not support a range of play experiences for example the play area contained a playhouse and a mud kitchen for which there was no supporting equipment. It is acknowledged that a sand tray, water tray, sensory tray all of which did not contain materials were available in another area which was inaccessible to the children. This non- compliance was observed on the previous inspections and the preventive action had not been maintained. 5. The children from the Junior Wobbler room, Senior Wobbler room and the Toddler room were not observed to be brought out to play on Day 1 of inspection. Children need fresh air and opportunities to play outdoors every day to ensure their social, cognitive, and gross and fine motor developmental needs are met. A similar non-compliance was observed on previous inspections and the preventive action had not been maintained
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Actions • Extra staff are available in the cot room as required. • Children who do not require sleep will be moved to another room or the garden during sleep time. • Staff were informed in the staff meeting the importance of changing nappies in a timely manner. • Sand tray, water tray and sensory tray have all been moved to the play area in the garden. • All children now play in the garden every day. Preventive Actions • A second member of staff is available to help in junior wobbler cot sleep room. • Staff are now aware the children who do not sleep need to be moved to another room during sleep time. • The manager will keep a closer eye on staffing levels and ensure children’s nappies are changed on time. • The outdoor equipment has been added to the weekly risk assessment and will be checked by the manager. • The children will continue playing in the garden every day
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. Garda vetting was available for twelve adults. However, a vetting disclosure was not dated within the previous three years in adherence to with the Early Years Inspectorate Regulatory Notice ‘EYI-RN12.3 Renewal of Garda Vetting’. It is acknowledged this was applied for on the day of inspection and Garda Vetting was available for 12 staff members. 2. Cots were not placed 50cm apart in the cot sleep room. The inspector measured between 7cm to 40cm distances between the ten cots. This posed a safety risk in the event of an emergency evacuation and inhibited safe sleep checks. 3. The seat on a ride on tractor toy in the outdoor play area was observed to be cracked. This posed a pinch risk. Infection Control: 4. Nappy changing was not observed to be in line with best practice. A sample of four nappy changes were reviewed and the following was observed: o The four children did not have their hands washed following nappy changing. o One staff member was not observed to wash their hands following one nappy change. 5. The nappy disposal bins in the two nappy changing areas on the ground floor did not support hygienic practice. To dispose the used nappy the staff member had to push the nappy through a hole on the top of the bin. This posed a risk of cross infection. 6. In the Junior Wobbler room, children were observed to clean their hand before mealtimes using hand wipes and cotton wool which does not support adequate hygiene. Children should be facilitated to wash their hands under thermostatically controlled running water, with liquid soap and paper hand towels provided in line with HSPC guidance in relation to infection control protection measures. 7. In the Junior Wobbler room, a large wipeable mat was torn at the corners which exposed the foam inside. This prevented adequate cleaning of the mats and presented a risk of choking should the children ingest the foam. Administration of Medication: 8. One of the prescribed medications for use by a specific child reviewed was out of date showing an expiry date of 01/2024. This posed a safety risk. Safe Sleep: The service did not follow safe sleep practices, evidenced by the following: 9. Five cots were observed with toys while children were sleeping. The service safe sleep policy states toys will be removed. This posed a choking hazard. 10. Sleep records which included the children’s colour, breathing and position were not carried out every 10 minutes as per safe sleep guidelines. Evidenced by the following: o The staff member in the cot sleep room was not observed to carry out physical sleep checks while the inspector was present from 11.15am to 12.55pm o Sleep checks were not recorded contemporaneously in a sleep room the staff member was observed filling out a sleep record sheet for times that the staff member was not present for. It was confirmed with two staff members that physical sleep checks had not been carried out in the room from 12.23pm to 13.00pm. Fire Safety: 11. The fire exit door was obstructed in the cot sleep room by two cots while children were sleeping. This posed a risk of safety in case of an emergency evacuation. An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered providers on Day 1 of inspection. A response was received from the registered providers on Day 2 of the inspection which mitigated the risks identified. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. Garda vetting has been obtained. The manager will ensure all Garda Vetting disclosures are within date. 2. Cots have been spaced 50cm apart. Three cots have been removed from the sleep room and three foldable cots are available to be used in the care room if needed. 3. The tractor was removed from the garden. A weekly check on the toys has been added to the weekly risk assessment. Infection Control: 4. All nappies are now changed as per policy. This matter was discussed at staff meeting. 5. Nappy bins have been changed. These nappy bins will not be used anymore. New nappy bins have been ordered. The manager will check weekly the bins are in working order. 6. Stared washing hands in the sink. The manager will ensure that children’s hands are washed in the sink. 7. The mat has been removed and new one was ordered. Administration of Medication: 8. The medicine has been removed, and the parents have been informed and have said they are not replacing it. The medicine will be checked weekly for expiration date on the risk assessment. Safe Sleep: 9. Toys have been removed from the cots. The manager will check on a daily basis there are no toys in the cots. 10. Sleep check sheets are being completed correctly now. The manager will check on a daily basis they are done correctly. Fire Safety: 11. Cots have been permanently removed from fire door. The manager is aware the fire exit door cannot be blocked and discussed the matter at the staff meeting
Regulation 24 — Checking in and out and record of attendance
(1) Children’s attendance books were not maintained contemporaneously to ensure staff knew how many children were present in the care rooms. As evidenced as follows: o In the Junior Wobbler room, there were nine children observed to be present at 1.37pm. On review of the attendance book there were 10 children marked present. The child that the inspector had observed to go home at 1.26pm had not been marked out. o In the Montessori room, there were twelve children observed to be present at 4.48pm. On review of the attendance book there were fourteen children marked present. Staff confirmed that one child had been picked up at 4.20pm and another child had been picked up at 4.37pm had not been marked out. (3)(b) On the day of the inspection two unaccompanied persons were observed by the inspector to be carrying out routine building checks at 11.05am. On review of the visitor book at 1.11pm the inspector noted that there was no record of either persons attendance recorded in the visitor book
Provider's corrective action:
(1) Roll books are now filled out in real time. Matter was discussed at staff meeting. (3) All visitors are now signed are now signed in the visitor book. Matter was discussed at staff meeting
Regulation 27 — Supervision
The registered providers did not ensure that preschool children attending the service were supervised at all times. This was evidenced by the following: (4) At 12.57pm there were eight children under 24 months sleeping on low beds into the Senior Wobbler room with no adult present. It is acknowledged that the door was left open between the Senior Wobbler room and the Toddler room and there was an adult positioned at the top of the Toddler care room in a position that they could see into the Senior Wobbler room. However, there were children in in the Senior Wobbler room that were not within her line of vision. Additionally, this staff member was also caring for 10 children aged between 2-3 years of age in the Toddler room. Young children need to be adequately supervised and be visible at all times to ensure they are kept safe
Provider's corrective action:
The correct ratio is now in place at sleep time. The correct ratios will be maintained at sleep time
Regulation 29 — Premises
(d) Paint was observed to be peeling and flaking off the walls to the rear of the Montessori room. o The area along where the tiles met the floor behind the toilets in the sanitary areas in the basement was not maintained in a clean hygienic condition and appeared mouldy. These non-compliances were observed on the previous inspection in July 2023 and the preventive action had not been maintained
Provider's corrective action:
The basement was painted on the weekend of 15/06/2024. The manager will ensure the toilets are kept in good repair and hygiene. The manger will ensure that the service is being maintained and in good condition