# The Learning Curve, Dublin 16 — inspection reports and findings

> The Learning Curve (Dublin 16, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 1 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions.

## The Learning Curve

Sessional · 2 - 6 Years · Dublin 16, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015DS108** · 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 29 November 2024 — Inspection Report

Full report (PDF, Tusla)

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

- General Safety: 1. Garda vetting was available for the registered provider and nine adults. However, one 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’. 2. Grapes were observed not to be sliced in half on the day of inspection. This posed a choking hazard for the children. Infection Control: 3. It was observed that handwashing was not completed by a staff member or child after nasal care of a child. This poses a risk of cross contamination. This was not in line with the services’ handwashing policy. 4. A jigsaw unit in the blue room had exposed chipboard which prevented effective cleaning. This posed an infection control risk. 5. Handtowels were not hygienically dispensed in the sanitary accommodation. This posed an infection control risk. Administration of Medication: 6. There was expired emergency medication on the premises. This posed a risk that if administered the medication may not provide the required effect. Fire Safety: 7. Attendance records were not maintained to accurately reflect children on the premises. At 11.30am when the inspector reviewed the Red room attendance records all children in attendance had been signed out. This posed a potential risk of hindering safe evacuation of the premises in the event of an emergency. Action submitted by the Registered Provider

- General Safety: Corrective Actions: 1. Garda vetting for a staff member that had been applied for over 3 years ago has been re-vetted and received on 9 December 2024. 2. The registered provider reported that parents and staff have been re-informed of the choking hazard of grapes. Preventive Actions: 1. The registered provider has scheduled for all staff to be vetted in June and vetting dates have been included in staff file. 2. Lunches are to be checked daily for any grapes that need to be cut. Infection Control: Corrective Actions: 3. The service’s handwashing policy and procedures have been reviewed with all staff. 4. The jigsaw unit in the blue room has been resurfaced. 5. A new hand towel dispenser has been installed in the sanitary accommodation. Preventive Actions: 4. The registered provider will ensure that the surface on edge of jigsaw unit is checked daily and this has been included in the risk assessment. 5. A new hand towel dispenser has been installed in the sanitary accommodation. Administration of Medication: Corrective Actions: 6. The registered provider reported that the expired medication has been disposed of. Preventive actions: 6. A monthly check of all medication will take place and will be signed off by the room leader. Fire Safety: Corrective Actions: 7. The registered provider reported that staff have been advised of significance of signing children out in relation to children’s attendance records. Preventive Actions: 7. The registered provider reported that a second staff member will initial sign out daily in the children’s attendance records

Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 15, 19, 25, 26.

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Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate
Recolha: 2026-09-11