# Links Childcare, Portmarnock — inspection reports and findings

> Links Childcare (Portmarnock, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 2 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions.

## Links Childcare

Sessional · 0 - 6 Years · Portmarnock, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015FL146** · 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 8 August 2024 — Inspection Report

Full report (PDF, Tusla)

##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child

- Infection Control: 1. Two sleep mats which were stored and in use on the first floor had waterproof covers in need of repair or replacing. In areas of the mat covers, the waterproof material had worn/torn away leaving the internal foam exposed to contamination. This increases the risk of bacteria harbouring inside foam material therefore increasing the likelihood of cross contamination. 2. The cushions in the rest area in the Camp room were not maintained in a clean condition, some cushions were observed to be stained. Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective Actions Infection Control: 1. The two mats have been removed and disposed of safely. New sleeping mats were purchased. 2. The cushions were temporarily removed, and new cushions ordered. Preventive Actions 1. Checking the mattresses will form part of the weekly review by the Manager, and staff have been asked to mention any such need for repair to the Manager as soon as it becomes obvious. 2. Checking the cushions will form part of the weekly review by the Manager and staff have been asked to notify the Manager immediately if they notice staining on any piece of furniture/equipment. Supporting documentation submitted Infection Control: Photographic evidence of newly purchased sleep mats Documentary evidence of purchase of new cushions. Summary Comment The inspector has reviewed the actions and evidence submitted. The non-compliance under Regulation 23 has been adequately addressed by the registered provider

Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 19, 25, 26, 28.

### Earlier inspections

- 1 July 2026 — Inspection Report

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Página: https://creche-inspection-reports.pages.dev/creche/links-childcare-portmarnock/
Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate
Recolha: 2026-09-11