# Giraffe Childcare Clonsilla, Dublin 15 — inspection reports and findings > Giraffe Childcare Clonsilla (Dublin 15, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 4 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions. ## Giraffe Childcare Clonsilla Full Day · 0 - 6 Years · Dublin 15, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015FL102** · Registered since 1 January 2026 An inspection records what inspectors saw **on one day**; services respond with corrective actions — [how to read this](/methodology.md). #### Inspection of 20 April 2026 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) ##### Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment - (7) (a) o A review of documentation and discussion with staff and management showed that the last staff supervision sessions conducted by management was during August and September 2025. o The supervision documents from August and September 2025 reviewed by the inspectors identified a need for team building and training support for staff and there was no documentary evidence this had been done. This was not in line with best practice and was at variance with the service staff supervision policy which states “supervision forms are to be completed every 12 weeks, providing an opportunity for managers and staff to review progress, discuss support or training needs and share any concerns or feedback” - (7) (a) Staff supervision forms have been completed, and the review meetings are in progress. Staff supervision reminders have been inputted into the diary as a prompt to ensure they are completed in line with our policy. Staff are aware that should they wish to discuss any practice/ training needs outside of the supervision meetings, to not hesitate to speak to management so that this can be addressed. Management will also address training needs/ concerns with staff in a more formal and written manner to evidence the work they do on an ongoing basis ##### Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child - (1) (b) The follow practices were observed on the day of inspection which did not support the health, welfare and development of the children attending. 1. A child aged between 2 to 2 ½ years was observed to suck a soother throughout the day including mealtimes, activity time and nappy changing. This was not in line with best practice and was at variance with the service policy which states “soothers are used solely for sleep and in the event of an upset child”. 2. Nappy changing procedures before dinner time in the Kilimanjaro room were observed to be carried out in a rushed manner. Nappy changing time is a unique time for one-to-one early years interactions where the adult gets to connect with the child in a sensitive and engaging manner. 3. Staff did not ensure a smooth transition from mealtime to sleep time for the children in the Kilimanjaro room. During this time the room was noisy, and children were observed to run around the room while staff attended to cleaning up duties. This did not support a calm restful atmosphere for the children to rest and sleep. A similar non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection, and the preventive action had not been sustained - 1. Management spoke with the child’s parent; it was agreed the use of the soother would be reduced both at home and in the centre. At present, the child is offered the soother only for sleep time. Management will carry out regular checks on children who use soothers to ensure compliance. 2. Staff were retrained on the nappy changing policy and procedures. Management will monitor compliance of Nappy Changing Policy, and either management or part time staff will support during nappy changing times. 3. An additional staff member is based in this room to support transitions. Management will continue to check and support the rooms during the busy times of the day ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - Infection Control: The service did not ensure that effective infection control measures were in place to reduce the spread of inspection. The following practices were observed and were not in line with best practice and was at variance with the service policy. Evidence by the following. 1. Nappy changing procedures. o Children’s nappy lotions were not individually labelled. This posed a risk of cross infection. o A staff member was observed to wear the same apron for all nappy changing procedures observed. In addition, the staff member was observed to enter and exit the care room multiple times wearing this apron. This posed a risk of cross infection. o A staff member was observed to touch the foot pedal operated bin with their hands on multiple occasions. This posed a risk of cross infection. o A staff member was observed not to wash their hands after each nappy changing procedure. o A staff member was observed not to disinfect the nappy changing mat between nappy changing procedures. This posed a risk of cross infection. 2. Toileting and potty procedures. o A potty which had been used by a child was left on the floor of the nappy changing bay for over ten minutes. During this time children entered and left the nappy changing bay. This posed a risk of cross infection. o A potty was observed to be stored in the sink in the sanitary accommodation used by the children. This posed a risk of cross infection. o Five children were observed not to have their hands washed after toileting. This posed a risk of cross infection. Administration of Medication: 3. The service did not ensure the safe administration of medication. Evidenced by the following. o The prescribed emergency medication for one child had expired in March 2026. In addition, the documented care plan which outlined the procedures for the safe administration of medication for this child detailed the administration of an over-the-counter medication. This medication was not available on the day of the inspection. This posed a risk of safety. Action submitted by the Registered Provider - Infection Control: 1. Staff were retrained on company’s Infection Control Policy and Nappy changing Policy. Management will regularly monitor the infection control measures in each room to ensure compliance. 2. Staff were retrained in the company’s Infection Control and the Toileting Policy and Procedures. Management will regularly monitor the infection control measures in each room to ensure compliance. Administration of Medication: 3. Management contacted parents the same day regarding expired medication. Parents provided in-date medication the same day. The child’s individual care plan was reworded to confirm that over the counter medication was only to be administered at home. Management reviewed all individual care plans, will continue checking them regularly and control expiry dates of emergency medications Found compliant: Regulation 11, 25. #### Inspection of 8 April 2025 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) **Immediate action notice.** 8 April 2025 An immediate action notice (IAN) was issued to the registered provider on the day of inspection in relation to a significant risk identified under Regulation 23. Further details are available in the body of the report. A response which adequately addressed the concern was received on 9 April 2025. ##### Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child - (1)(a) The children basic care needs were observed not to be met at all times in one of the care rooms. Evidenced by the following. Basic needs: 1. Although it is acknowledged that additional portions of food were available in the service the staff in one room did not provide additional food to a child who indicated they were hungry and requested more hot food having eaten the portion provided. Staff advised there was no additional portions of hot food available. This child was observed to scrap their bowl and was given water. 2. Water was not freely accessible to children in one of the care rooms. This prevents their ability to self- regulate hydration 3. The transition from pre-mealtime to sleep time was not carried out in a timely manner in one of the care rooms. Evidenced by the following. 4. Dinner was brought to the care room at 11.24 but not served to the children. At 11:39am a child was observed to point and make sounds towards food indicating they were hungry, food was not served until 11:45am, potentially causing unnecessary stress. 5. Children had their hands washed after dinner and were guided to sit on a mat from 12pm till 12.16pm waiting their turn to be put down for sleep time. During this time children appeared tired and restless and showed signs of wanting to go to bed for example yawning and thumb sucking - 1. Extra portions of food are given into the rooms, staff and chef were re-trained (staff will contact chef/ management if more food is needed). Management will carry out regular checks to make sure the children are getting the right size portions of food. 2. A water station has been implemented in the room. Management will carry out the regular checks if water is offered to the children during the day. The water station also gives the children an opportunity to request water themselves by pointing or verbally depending on their individual abilities. 3. Additional staff member is helping to support transitions in the room. Management will continue to check and support the rooms during the busy times of the day ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: 1. The floor in front of the fire door in the Baringo room was observed to be cracked, exposed and sloped. This posed a pinch risk and a trip hazard. Infection Control: 2. Nineteen of the twenty cots in sleep cot room were not positioned 50 cm apart while children aged between 1-2 years were sleeping. Cots were observed to be positioned close to each other. Distance between 19 of the 20 cots varied between 20cm to 45 cm apart. This posed a cross-infection risk. Administration of Medication: 3. The service did not ensure the safe administration of prescribed emergency medication. Evidenced the following. o Emergency medication was administered to a child without documentary evidence of a prescription. o Signed parental consent was not available for medication which was administered within the service. It is acknowledged documentation showed parents were aware of the doses administered. o The emergency medication was not stored in the original box and was not labelled with the child’s name. o There was no evidence of a medical care plan available. A medical care plan enables staff to identify and accurately administer medication and treatment when required and identifies steps to follow in the event the child needs medical attention. This posed a significant risk to the child. An immediate action notice was issued on the day of the inspection. A response was received by the person in charge on 9 April 2025 which mitigated these risks. Fire Safety: 4. The layout of the cot room did not support the safe effective evacuation of children and staff in the event of an emergency. Evidenced by the following: o The corner of the cot room was observed to be cluttered with storage. o A door which led to a fire escape route was obstructed by the positioning of a cot directly in front of the door. This posed a risk of safety for children and staff in the event of an emergency evacuation. Action submitted by the Registered Provider - General Safety: 1. The floor was levelled, and new lino was put on. Management will carry out regular room audits and any issues will be addressed with the maintenance team. Infection Control: 2. The cot room was rearranged to ensure compliance. Management will carry out checks to make sure there is the right distance between the cots. Administration of Medication: 3. The Immediate Action Notice was responded to on 9th April 2025. Staff were re-trained on our Medication Administration Policy. An update was communicated to the parents through our FAMLY communication app, and it was also put on the multiple doors in the centre. Management is taking responsibility to talk to parent when the child needs any medication and complete the form. Fire Safety: 4. The cot room was rearranged to be in compliance with fire safety regulations and our fire escape route plan. Management will carry out the regular checks to make sure none of the fire exits are obstructed Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 15, 25, 26, 28. #### Inspection of 21 May 2024 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) ##### Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child - Basic needs: 1. Mealtimes were not observed to be a relaxed social experience for all children. • A child capable of sitting was observed to be fed while sitting on a staff members knee. During this time other children proceeded to put their hands into the child’s meal. • Dinners in the Wobbler Messa Mari were not served together in a timely manner. Children were waiting at the tables to have their nappies changed as their peers had their meals. The mealtime began at 11:40am however the last child to have their nappy changed did not have their meal till 12:08pm. The child became visibly upset as children finished their meal and transitioned to the cot room for sleep as they waited for their dinner. This is not in line with service policy that advised children will sit down when they are eating, socialise together and staff will encourage good eating habits. Physical and material environment: 2. Resources in the Wobbler Masi Mara room were not laid out in an inviting and accessible manner to encourage extended play experiences for the children. The following was observed: • A shelving unit at the children’s level contained minimal resources which reduced the children’s ability to choose independently following their interests. • A sorting toy had no supporting equipment and could not be used as intended. • The kitchen area lacked supporting resources conducive to play - Corrective Action 1. Staff have been retrained in the service healthy eating, mealtime and usage of mealtime chairs policies. 2. Additional resources were purchased based on the children’s interests. All shelves have toys nicely displayed to encourage children’s play. Preventive Action 1. Along with staff retraining the routine of the Masi Mara room has been changed to support transitions and has been working since being implemented. 2. Management will carry out regular room audits and maintenance of equipment ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: The use of a low chair with straps hindered movement and posed a risk of injury to a child as their chair tipped over when the child who was strapped in reached across the table to their friend during an art activity. Service policy advises that mealtime chairs are used to facilitate tabletop activities allowing children to sit safely with comfort and use of the chairs is solely dependent on the individual child’s development. The child could sit and stand unaided and therefore did not require the support of the mealtime chair with straps to sit safely. It is acknowledged that staff immediately supported the child following the incident. Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective Action General Safety: A review of all chairs across the centre was carried out and where required the straps were removed from the mealtime chairs to ensure the children were free to move around the room. Preventive action Management will carry out regular checks to ensure children whose feet touch the ground while seated do not have chairs with straps. Supporting documentation submitted General Safety: • Photographic evidence. Summary Comment The inspector has reviewed the actions taken and evidence submitted. The non-compliance identified under Regulation 23 has been addressed Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 16, 26. ### Earlier inspections - 24 October 2023 — Inspection Report · PDF ### Other services in Dublin - [Giraffe Childcare Donnybrook](/creche/giraffe-childcare-donnybrook-dublin-4.md) Dublin 4 - [Giraffe Childcare Elm Park](/creche/giraffe-childcare-elm-park-dublin-4.md) Dublin 4 - [Giraffe Childcare IFSC](/creche/giraffe-childcare-ifsc-dublin-1.md) Dublin 1 - [Giraffe Childcare NCI](/creche/giraffe-childcare-nci-dublin-1.md) Dublin 1 - [Glenone Montessori & Nursery](/creche/glenone-montessori-nursery-dublin-6.md) Dublin 6 - [Happyways Artane Beaumont](/creche/happyways-artane-beaumont-dublin-5.md) Dublin 5 - [Juliets Kids Club](/creche/juliets-kids-club-dublin-8.md) Dublin 8 - [Links Childcare](/creche/links-childcare-dublin-18-2.md) Dublin 18 - [Naionra Pobail Seanchill CTR](/creche/naionra-pobail-seanchill-ctr-dublin-18.md) Dublin 18 - [Tracey’s Tots Preschool](/creche/tracey-s-tots-preschool-dublin-7.md) Dublin 7 [Alert me when a new report is published](/help.md) · [Dated report on this service — €19](/report.md) --- Página: https://creche-inspection-reports.pages.dev/creche/giraffe-childcare-clonsilla-dublin-15/ Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate Recolha: 2026-09-11