# Smarties Academy, Dublin 14 — inspection reports and findings

> Smarties Academy (Dublin 14, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 1 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions.

## Smarties Academy

Part Time · 2 - 6 Years · Dublin 14, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015DR192** · 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 1 April 2025 — Inspection Report

Full report (PDF, Tusla)

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

- General Safety: 1.Cleaning products were stored on the floor in the adults’ toilet, this room is also used for nappy changing. The room was unlocked during the inspection, posing a potential risk of poisoning to a child accessing the area unsupervised. Infection Control: 1. Nappy changing was not observed to be in line with best practice. • One child did not have their hands washed following nappy changing. • A staff member did not wash their hands following the nappy change. • The inspector observed a staff member use the same gloves throughout the nappy changing procedure this included cleaning and applying cream to child, redressing the child and disinfecting the nappy changing mat. This is at variance with the services nappy changing policy. 2. A pedal operated bin was available in the nappy changing facility however it was inaccessible as it was situated behind cleaning agents and the toilet bowl. Multiple touch points were required to access it, posing a potential risk of cross contamination. Action submitted by the Registered Provider

- General Safety: 1. The registered provider has stated all cleaning products have been moved to a high shelf which is out of reach of children. Infection Control: 1. The registered provider stated that a staff meeting was held, and during the meeting staff were reminded of the policies and procedures in place. Regular refresher training will take place during staff meetings to ensure all staff are aware of all policies and procedures in the service. 2. The register provider has stated that the pedal operated bin has been moved to a new location where staff can access it easily

Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 19, 20, 28.

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Página: https://creche-inspection-reports.pages.dev/creche/smarties-academy-dublin-14/
Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate
Recolha: 2026-09-11