Creche Inspection Reports

Regulation 16 in Dublin

Record in Relation to Pre-School Service: 126 non-compliance(s) in the latest reports we read.

An inspection records what inspectors saw on one day; services respond with corrective actions — how to read this.

11 June 2026

Little Treasures Community Creche, Dublin 1 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of 10 accident and incident forms, the following information was missing from the forms reviewed: o The surname of the child was missing from three forms. o The date of birth of the child was missing from four forms. o The parent’s signature and date of signature was missing from three forms. o The date of the parent’s signature was missing from five forms to confirm the day they were made aware of the accident/ incident. o The signature and date of the managers was missing from one form. o The date of the signature of manager was missing from four forms

Provider's corrective action:

(k) The immediate action taken by the service to address the non-compliance included obtaining the correct dates for the children's records where details were missing and ensuring that the incident records were signed by both the manager and the parent/guardian. In addition, the remainder of the incident record book was reviewed and completed accurately, ensuring that all required information was recorded correctly and in full. To prevent this non-compliance from reoccurring, all staff attended a refresher session on the correct completion of the Incident Record Book on 3 July 2026. Staff were reminded of the importance of recording all required information accurately and were given the opportunity to complete a practice incident record to ensure they understood the correct procedures

10 June 2026

Little Scholars, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

The registered provider did not ensure a record of employment history was available for one adult. Without this record, verification of the individuals relevant experience could not be determined

Provider's corrective action:

The staff member identified has since ceased employment with the service. The staff file has been updated accordingly, and all relevant employment records have been reviewed to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The service has engaged Better Start to provide support and guidance to the management team in relation to governance and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. In addition, an administrator will be recruited to support the management team with the organisation and monitoring of documentation and record-keeping systems. The person in charge will review documentation and service provision on a monthly basis to ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory standards

28 May 2026

Little Brightstars Montessori Ltd, Ballyboughal · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i)Although there were staff rosters available in the service there was no record of 2 adults who were present and working directly with the children on the 26/05/2026 on the roster or staff sign in sheet

Provider's corrective action:

The names of the two adults present on 26/05/2026 were added to the sign in sheet. The person in charge will ensure that all staff that are on the roster and are marked in on the sign in sheets each day. In the event of unforeseen absences, where cover is arranged for qualified staff, the rosters will be updated to reflect these changes by the person in charge straight away

25 May 2026

Charlies Childcare LTD, Dublin 13 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of 20 accident and incidents records were reviewed. The required information was not recorded on all forms. For example. • Seven forms did not include the date the parent signed the form to confirm they were made aware of the accident/ incident. • One form did not have a manager’s signature, and another form did not include the date of the manager’s signature

Provider's corrective action:

(k) In response to the non-compliances the registered provider has stated that all previously missing signatures and dates for the incident report books have now been completed. A revised process has been introduced to ensure that all forms have been completed accurately. Additionally, we have noticed that signatures are not transferring clearly to the second page when parents are given the first page. We will write firmly and check that the signature has transferred correctly before handing the top copy to the parents. A staff meeting was held to reiterate the importance of promptly informing the manager of all accidents and incidents and ensuring that all relevant details are accurately recorded on the board and in the accident books. We also discussed and went through our accident and incident policy

19 May 2026

Darndale/Belcamp Integrated Childcare Service Ltd., Dublin 17 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of 45 accident and incident forms the date of the parent’s signature was missing from eight forms to confirm the day they were made aware of the accident/ incident

Provider's corrective action:

(k) A memo was sent to all staff reminding them to check that the parents signature date is recorded on all accident/incident reports. Staff reminded to check parents’ signature has a date. Ongoing reminders will continue and staff meetings

11 May 2026

Just Like Home, Lusk · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) While there was a staff roster available; staff sign in records were not maintained. Eight out of nine staff members were not signed in on the staff sign in record on the day of the inspection

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(i) The service acknowledges that staff sign -in records were not consistently maintained on the day of inspection with eight out of nine staff members not recorded as signed in. Immediately following the inspection, the service reviewed attendance documentation and reinforced the requirement for all staff to sign in and out on arrival and departure. A staff sign-in record has now been fully implemented and is being actively used to ensure accurate daily recording of staff attendance. Preventive Action (1)(i) The service has strengthened its procedures regarding staff attendance recording to ensure full compliance going forward. A mandatory staff sign-in/sign-out system has been introduced, and all staff have been informed that completion of the attendance record is a requirement at the start and end of each shift . Management will monitor compliance on a daily basis . Regular internal audits of staff attendance records will be conducted to ensure that documentation is consistently completed and accurately maintained in line with regulatory requirements

7 May 2026

Family Resource Centre Ltd, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) There were no staff rosters available on the days of inspection for either the current week or the previous week. As a result, the service was unable to demonstrate that appropriate staffing arrangements were maintained at all times

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) Staff roster is now in place and displayed in lobby area. All staff rosters going forward to be on display and a hard copy saved to managers computer. Copy of staff roster available in supporting documents. Manager will ensure staff rosters are in place each week for the week ahead while also keeping digital copy on computer

28 April 2026

Bright Futures Creche, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(j) A sample of eleven medication administration forms were reviewed in the service; they were not accurately completed as evidenced by the following: • Five forms were not signed by parents to authorise administration of medication. • Two forms (01/04/26 & 24/04/26) had not been signed by a parent or guardian on the child’s collection from the service to confirm that parents were aware that medication had been administered while the child was in attendance

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(j) The service discussed the importance of parent signatures on all medicine forms at their staff meeting. Preventive Action (1)(j) All medicine forms will be checked twice a day , in the morning and in the afternoon . The service has reminders hanging up on the walls and staff notice board

27 April 2026

Little Stars Childcare & Montessori, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A review of ten medication administration records for thirteen administrations of medicine demonstrated that all the details were not completed on each record, as follows: o The signature of the second staff member was not recorded for three administrations of medicine

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The second staff member has been requested to sign the medication record book and a discussion with staff was completed about the importance of staff signatures for the staff member administrating the medication and for the staff member who witnessed the administration of the medication

27 April 2026

Willow Tree Creche, Dublin 11 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The following records were not maintained: (g) The Risk Management policy, which is required under Schedule 5 in accordance with Regulation 10 was not available. Documented policies are required to clearly outline the service decision making procedures on specified practice areas

Provider's corrective action:

A risk assessment policy was developed and submitted. This will be adopted and made available with other policies

24 April 2026

Cocoon Childcare - Kimmage, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

Although it is acknowledged that a staffing roster was in place in the service detailing staff members hours of work each day, the roster was not reflective of the staff members present during the inspection who were working directly with the children as follows: - Five adults present during the inspection, including the area manager and four adults from other centres operated by the provider and the service’s head office , were present and working directly in the care rooms during the inspection. The area manager was present on the inspector’s arrival. The four other adults arrived subsequent to the inspector’s arrival

Provider's corrective action:

Due to unexpected absences within the service and staffing challenges due to Garda Vetting delays the staff roster on file was unable to be updated as the operational manager on site was required to support the care rooms and the staff roster was updated later that day to include the additional support that arrived to the centre after the inspectors arrival. The centre manager will ensure to update the centre roster daily where required and as soon as possible when there are any unexpected changes to facilitate any changes in staff members or arrival of support to the centre

23 April 2026

The Village Day Care & Montessori School Ltd, Dublin 22 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (i) On both days of inspection, the staff roster did not accurately reflect who was present on the day. This was a non-compliance on the last inspection dated 17 September 2025, despite assurances from the registered provider during the corrective action and preventative action process

Provider's corrective action:

The manager will from now on edit the roster in real time

21 April 2026

The Magic Roundabout, Glasthule · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A sample of seven administration of medication records were reviewed on an online application and were non- compliant on the day of inspection as follows: • One record had not been signed by a parent and did not detail the child’s symptoms as required by the administration of medication record form. • One record had not been signed by the child’s parent. • One record had not been completed by staff following administration of medication. This record had not been signed by the child’s parent

Provider's corrective action:

All staff have been briefed on the importance of completing medical forms in full. Parents have been contacted and asked to notify a member of management if their child is on medication and they have been reminded of their role in completing medical forms. All staff members have been asked to sign a memo about the importance of receiving parent’s signatures, as well as seeking managements presence when administering medication. These signed forms have been placed on each individual staff members file. To prevent a reoccurrence of this non-compliance, medical forms have been updated to include management as the second signatory needed on file when administering medication. Staff will call on a member of the management team to oversee the administration of all medication given to children onsite. This allows management an overview of all medical forms completed onsite

20 April 2026

StartBright Deansrath, Dublin 22 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(a) The registered provider did not ensure a record of employment history was available for two adults, one of which was working directly with the children on the day of the inspection

Provider's corrective action:

The missing documents were obtained and placed in the personnel file. The recruitment and personnel file checklist was reviewed and strengthened to ensure all required documents are verified before files are signed off as complete. Staff responsible for maintaining personnel records were reminded of the documentation requirements and the importance of regular file audits to prevent recurrence

16 April 2026

Na Fianna Preschool, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The following records were not maintained: (g) The following policies which are required under Schedule 5 in accordance with Regulation 10 were not available: Policy on administration of medication; outings policy; policy on authorisation to collect children; policy on outdoor play; settling-in policy; staff training policy; supervision policy. Documented policies are required to clearly outline the service decision making procedures on specified practice areas

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(g) The outstanding policies were developed. The registered will ensure all required policies are available

13 April 2026

Skerries Creche, Skerries · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(j) The medicine administration forms maintained in the service were not always complete and correct. For example: • There was no record of written parental consent obtained from the parents in advance of one child for whom medicine was administered to on the day of the inspection. • The paperwork did not include a section where a parent/guardian’s signature would confirm that the parent was informed at collection of the dosage and last time of administration

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(j) The medication policy has been updated. The Manager asks parents to bring in a written letter of permission to administer any medication their child needs which is obtained prior to giving any medication. This signed letter must provide the date, name of the medication and the child’s name. The letter is kept in the medication book where the parents sign daily. Staff to continue to document the administration of medication: Childs name, name of medication, dosage, time medication was administered and signed by two staff. Parents to sign the medication book daily. Preventive Action (1)(j) Staff to be reminded to document the administration of medication correctly. Parents to be reminded to provide the necessary letter prior to administering any medication. Management to do weekly checks on medication book and reiterate the policy to staff

9 April 2026

Lansdowne Lodge Preschool Montessori, Dublin 4 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (j) A sample of medication administration records were reviewed by the inspectors. Two of the records were not signed by a second staff member as a witness to the administration of the medication. One of the records contained no evidence that the child’s parent/guardian had been informed that their child had received medication in the service. This was at variance with the medication administration policy in place in the service and posed a risk of harm to a child

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider submitted the following response: Corrective and Preventive Action All Staff have been informed of the non-compliance in person and through our Monthly Staff Memo in order for them to be reminded of the importance. Medication forms have been reviewed, and forms will be reviewed regularly by Admin to ensure compliance is upheld. Staff have re-read the Medication Management Policy and all staff have signed off on this. In addition, further enhancements to the medication form now includes a pre- consent signature for parents that they must sign before the child is administered medication (where possible). (This does not apply to anti-febrile medication that is needed unexpectedly but applies to known medications being brought to the service on arrival in the morning)

31 March 2026

Ardilea Childcare Limited, Dublin 14 · Regulation 16 — Record in Relation to a Pre-School Service

(2) (a)(b) Two written references were not sought or verified as required. (3) It is acknowledged that the documentation specified in 9(2)(a) and (b) above was received and verified for four adults prior to the adults commencing in the service. However, two written references were not sought or verified for one adult prior to the adult commencing in the service, as required. Allowing adults work with children before their suitability is established may result in individuals who are not appropriate having access to children

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider stated that: • Two handwritten references were sought and verified by management and the student has since left the service. • The manager will be responsible to ensure that all students on training will only start after the relevant references are verified

31 March 2026

Ballinteer Montessori School, Dublin 16 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (i) On both days of inspection, the staff roster did not accurately reflect who was present on the day. This did not include all staff who were present and working in service and staff who were on rostered annual leave and sick leave. This was non-compliant on the last two inspections dated 29 May 2025 and 18 April 2024, despite assurances from the registered provider during the corrective action and preventative action process

Provider's corrective action:

Management will ensure staff rosters are completed in line with the regulations and include all staff members, the chef and students are included going forward. The service will ensure this applies all year

31 March 2026

The Learning Circle, Dublin 13 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) Staff in the Panda 2 room did not maintain a record of the children present in their room on the day of inspection up to 12pm or the previous day. It is acknowledged that attendance was completed after the inspector requested the attendance record. (j) On review of 14 administration of medication records for children in the service, the following information was not recorded. • Three records did not include the child’s date of birth, and one record did not have the child’s surname documented. (k) On review of 17 accident and incident records the following information was not recorded. • One form did not include the child’s date of birth. • Two records did not include the parent’s signature while four forms did not include the date the parent signed the form. • The manager’s signature and date were not recorded on one form. Full records, including signatures and dates must be maintained

Provider's corrective action:

In response to the non-compliances the registered provider has stated that findings of the inspection were discussed with all staff. The importance of record keeping was emphasised. This was followed by an email to outline non-compliances on receipt of report. Management will not sign accident/incident forms until they are correctly completed. Medicine forms to be checked weekly

23 March 2026

Snowdrops Crèche & Montessori, Balbriggan · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) Curriculum Vitaes were not available as required for 2 staff members employed in the service

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1) (a) Curriculum Vitaes for the two staff were emailed to the inspector. Preventive Action (1) (a) Update checklist for staff files on a monthly basis. Do a visual check of staff files against Tusla required information

20 March 2026

The Diverseminds Academy, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of ten accident and incident forms, information was missing as follows: o The parent’s signature was missing from two forms. o The date of the parent’s signature was missing from four forms. o The surname of the child was missing from one form

Provider's corrective action:

(k) An audit of completed accident and incident reporting forms was immediately conducted, and the missing details were completed. Staff were provided refresher training on accurately completing the accident and incident reporting form. To prevent the non-compliance in the future, a separate accident and incident reporting book has been provided to both care rooms. The lead educators of both rooms have been assigned the responsibility. A member of the management team will regularly conduct an audit of accident and incident reporting book. Also, new staff members will be specifically trained on the completion of accident and incident form as a part of the induction process

5 March 2026

Anchor Childcare Centre CLG, Dublin 13 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing for was maintained accidents and incidents. A sample of 10 records were reviewed. The form did not include a space for the date of accident and incident beside the staff and parent/guardian signature. It is important to include a date to show that the form was completed by staff on the day and seen and signed by parents/guardians of the child on the day of the accident/incident so they can appropriately monitor their child

Provider's corrective action:

Accident and incident form was amended to include date

27 February 2026

Little Stars Creche, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) 1. On review of nine accident and incident forms, information was missing as follows: • The date of the parent’s signature was missing from seven forms. • The date of the manager’s signature was missing from one form 2. On review of nine incident reports it was observed that a record was not maintained for a child that was involved in six of the incidents. As a result, written confirmation that the parents had been informed of these incidents was not available. This is at variance with the service policy on accidents and incidents

Provider's corrective action:

(k) 1. Staff meeting held and further training given to ensure forms are fully completed in future. 2. Staff meeting held and staff informed to complete an incident form for the additional child involved in an accident

19 February 2026

Ready Steady Play, Dublin 16 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) On 10 December 2025 and 7 January 2026, the staff roster did not accurately reflect who was present on the day of inspection. The person in charge was informed at the closing meeting on 10 December 2025 and 7 January 2026 about the importance of the staff roster accurately reflecting the details of the staff on a daily basis. This was a non-compliance on the last inspection dated 5 April 2024, despite assurances from the registered provider during the corrective action and preventative action process

Provider's corrective action:

The service implemented a review of their staff absences policy. This includes how the roster must be updated in “real time” to reflect who is covering the shifts at any given moment. The service has implemented a further review of their staff absences policy, whereby the roster which is up on the designated wall area (kitchen area) will reflect at all times who is working on the premises in “real time”

3 February 2026

Hope Montessori & Autism Care Centre, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) In Lillie’s room, staff reported that one child in attendance had been prescribed an antibiotic for a medical condition. Upon review of the medication records, the inspector observed that the parental consent form required for the administration of this medication had not been signed by the child’s parents. This was not in line with the services medication administration policy. It is acknowledged, when this was brought to the attention of management, the medication was withheld and the parents were contacted immediately to obtain the required signed consent. (k) A sample of eleven accident and incident forms were reviewed. Six forms were not signed by parents to confirm they had been informed. This was not in line with the accident and incident policy and posed a safety risk to children

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The parent was contacted immediately, and after receiving written consent, the medication was administered. (K) The registered provider confirmed the service will continue to implement and maintain the existing communication procedures for incidents, including electronic notifications via email, verbal communication, text messages through the school management platform, and the incident logbook with parental ac knowledgment. These measures will be regularly monitored by the person in charge to ensure ongoing compliance with the Accident and Incident Policy and to guarantee that all parents are promptly informed of any incidents. Summary Comment Evidence was submitted and reviewed by the early years inspector and deemed to meet the regulatory requirement

28 January 2026

Luttrell House Creche, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h)The medicine administration form had not been completed following administration of medication to a child in the service on the 20/01/2026. (k)Documentary evidence was not available in the service to confirm that an incident report had been completed and shared with parents following a recent incident that occurred in the service

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (h) The parents of the child which both documents belonged to have since signed the documentation and have been given a copy of the incident report. Training on documentation was completed at a staff meeting held on 09/02/2026. (k) The parents of the child which both documents belonged to have since signed the documentation and have been given a copy of the incident report. Training on documentation was completed at a staff meeting held on 09/02/2026. Preventive Action (h) Going forward management will do a classroom check of all paperwork and ensure all documents are filled in correctly and signed off before completing hand over with parents. This is now on the Managers Audit. (k) Going forward management will do a classroom check of all paperwork and ensure all documents are filled in correctly and signed off before completing hand over with parents

26 January 2026

Clever Cloggs, Dublin 3 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing for the administration of medication was maintained. From a sample of four records reviewed the following was identified: • One record did not have the signatures of the following: the person administering the medication, a witness of the administration of the medication, the parents acknowledging the child had received the medication. • One record did not have a signature of the parents acknowledging the child had received the medication. A full record with the child’s full name, details of two staff who administer the medication, and an acknowledgment of the administration by the parent must be maintained in order to accurately account for safe administration practice and prevent miscommunication on the administration of medication

Provider's corrective action:

The service reported they have trained all staff on how to complete the medication administration forms and commit to carrying out a weekly inspection on the forms to ensure compliance

26 January 2026

Jumblies, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) The registered provider did not ensure children’s attendance had been recorded on day 1 of inspection. The attendance record for the day was blank when reviewed by the inspector at 12:25pm

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action The registered provider has adapted the morning routine to include taking each child’s attendance on arrival and logging the exact time on the attendance register. This change had been implemented on 10 February 2026, the day after the first inspection. The time of departure for each child is recorded at home time. Preventive Action The registered provider communicated to parents that the time would be double checked with them on arrival as their child’s attendance is recorded. The registered provider shared a new policy with parents via email. The policy includes the registered providers commitment to review the practice and procedure on a monthly basis

21 January 2026

Mounttown Early Years Service, Glenageary · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) Four records were reviewed and while it is acknowledged that two records had been completed as required by the regulation, the following information was missing on two of the records: • In one record, there was no parent signature recorded confirming that they had been informed that anti- febrile medication had been administered. • In one record, there was no manager’s signature recorded in relation to the medication being administered

Provider's corrective action:

All medicine forms have been checked and completed to ensure that parents have signed both sections of the medicine administration form. The manager has also ensured that they have signed the appropriate section. To prevent this from re-occurring a staff meeting was held on 13 February 2026 with a review of the administering of medicine carried out with all staff, with specific reference to ensuring all appropriate signatures are in place before filing the document

12 January 2026

Tír na nÓg, Dublin 11 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (j) The medication records available did not allow for the recording of the details of the type of medication to be administered. Of the five medication records available, three did not include the type of medication that was administered. A full record with the child’s full name, details of two staff who administer the medication, details of the medication and an acknowledgment of the administration by the parent must be maintained in order to accurately account for safe administration practice and prevent miscommunication on the administration of medication

Provider's corrective action:

The medication administration form had been updated to include the type of medication being administered. Staff were updated of the new forms at a staff meeting

8 January 2026

Little Harvard Childcare, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) Out of a sample of 30 accident and incident records, eleven of these records did not include all the required information. This was evidenced by missing information as detailed below. • On one of the records there was no name or signature of the staff member who completed the form. • On two of these records there was no parent/guardian signature or date. • On seven of these records there was no date beside parent/guardian signature. • On seven of these records there was no manager’s signature. It is important that parents/guardians are informed on the same day of an accident/incident, so that they can appropriately monitor their child. Similar non-compliances were observed on the previous inspections which showed that the preventive actions provided by the registered provider has not been sustained

Provider's corrective action:

(1) (k) Management has implemented additional control measures, as outlined below, to ensure ongoing compliance. Staff have received further training on the accurate completion of all accident and incident documentation. Local Management will now formally review and sign all accident and incident reports at the time of occurrence, prior to parent/guardian signature. In addition, monthly audits of accident and incident records will be carried out by management to ensure all documentation is complete, signed, and maintained correctly. These measures have been introduced to prevent any recurrence and to ensure consistent compliance going forward

19 December 2025

Ready Steady Play, Dublin 22 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) On 8 December 2025, the staff roster did not accurately reflect who was present on the day of inspection. On 19 December 2025, the staff roster did not accurately reflect who was present on the day of inspection. The person in charge was informed at the closing meeting on 8 December 2025 about the importance of the staff roster accurately reflecting the details of the staff on a daily basis. This was a non-compliance on the last inspection dated 14 February 2024, despite assurances from the registered provider during the corrective action and preventative action process

Provider's corrective action:

The service have implemented a review of their staff absences policy, whereby the roster, which is up on the designated wall area, will reflect who is working on the premises in “real time

4 December 2025

Daisy Chain Montessori and Childcare Ltd, Dublin 16 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for medication administration. This posed a potential risk of miscommunication impacting the appropriate care of children after the administration of medication. A sample of 10 records were reviewed. Seven records were observed incomplete. The following was obserevd: • Two forms did not include the details of the child who had the medication administered or the expiry date of the medication. • Two forms did not include the details of the medication administered or the expiry date of the medication. • Three forms did not include the expiry date of the medication. This is not in line with service policy

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider met with the management team to discuss the seriousness of record keeping paying particular attention to medical forms and the administration of medication policy. Retraining with management was undertaken. The management sent a memo and retrained staff on administration medication and importance of maintaining correct records. A new audit form was created to audit Regulation 16 and monthly audits are now being carried out

2 December 2025

Home from Home Creche, Balbriggan · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) The service roster available on inspection did not reflect the staff members present in the service on the day of inspection. For example. • A staff member that was present in the service from 10am was not recorded as working in the service on the week of 1-5 December 2025

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) In response the service has stated that rosters are updated as changes happen in written format, staff are aware to check for updates on roster in staff room as everything is noted here

1 December 2025

Garden of Eden, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A sample of 20 administration of medication records were reviewed. The required information was not recorded on all the records. For example. • Two forms did not include the pre consent from the parent before staff administered the prescribed medication. • Three forms did not include a second staff member signature when medicine was administered. • One form had no staff signatures when medication was administered. • Two forms did not include the signature of the parent on collection of their child to confirm that they were made aware of the administration of medication while the child attended the service. (k) A sample of 15 accident and incidents records were reviewed. All required information was not recorded on all forms. For example. • Four forms did not include the child’s date of birth. • One form did not have the child’s surname noted. • Two forms had no staff member signature • One form had no managers signature present on the form • Two forms had no signature of parent to confirm notification to the parent of the accident • Six forms had no date of signature by a parent

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Following the inspection a staff meeting was held to discuss the results. On review of the service administration of medication records, it was concluded that the form was too complicated and needed to be simplified. Therefore, the form was reviewed, simplified and implemented ensuring each staff member was re-educated on the new form. The new form ensures accurate, clear and consistent documentation of medication administration. An audit has been organised for the end of February to check on progress of the new form to check on progress of the new form for supervision and quality assurance. A new simplified, user-friendly form was created. Training is provided to each staff member on completing this form and before management sign the form it must be thoroughly checked over to ensure all information is filled in correctly. (k) Following the inspection, a staff meeting was held to discuss the results. On review of the service accident or incident records, it was concluded that the form was also too complicated and needed to be simplified. Therefore, this form was reviewed, simplified and implemented ensuring each staff member was re-educated on the new form. The new form ensures accurate, clear and consistent documentation of accidents and incidents. An audit has been organised for the end of February to check on progress of the new form for supervision and quality assurance. A new simplified, user-friendly form was created. Training is provided to each staff member on completing this form and before management sign the form it must be thoroughly checked over to ensure all information is filled in correctly

1 December 2025

Naíonra Santain Teoranta, Dublin 24 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (j) The person in charge reported that medicine had been administered to a child on a number of days within the past two weeks. There was no written parent consent available. The medicine record did not include the child’s name or identifying information and was signed only with the staff member’s first name

Provider's corrective action:

We have updated our administration of medication policy. We will ensure to get written parental consent in the future and ensure all staff know the medication procedures

26 November 2025

Cocoon Childcare Clonsilla, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of ten accident and incident records were reviewed of these seven were found to be incomplete and did not contain all the necessary information. The following was observed: o On one record there was no parent signature or date of signing to show that the parent had been informed on the day of the accident/incident. o Two records did not include the date of the accident/incident which had occurred. o Two records did not include the name of the person who had informed the parent of the accident/incident. o Four records did not include the date of when parents were informed by staff of the accident/incident. o Five records did not include the date beside the parent signature. It is important that the parent has been informed on the day of the accident/incident relating to their child on the so they can monitor their child appropriately

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action The management team retrained all staff on the service’s accident/incident policy and on completion of the service accident and incident forms. An example of a fully completed accident/incident form has been issued to all team members to ensure all necessary information is documented. All accident/incident forms have been reviewed, and the centre management team have obtained any missing information from the relevant parents. All parents are informed verbally by handover or phone call on the day on any accident and all team members are aware to obtain the parents signature also on the day of the accident. Preventive Action The centre manage will actively monitor the completion of accident/incident forms for all children and ensure all relevant information is obtained on the day of the accident

20 November 2025

Hope Montessori Autism Care Centre, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for accidents and incidents. This posed a potential risk of miscommunication impacting the appropriate care of children after an injury. A sample of 7 records were reviewed dated since the last inspection. Five records were observed incomplete and did not include a parent’s signature confirming they had been informed of the incident. This non-compliance was observed on the previous inspection in May 2025. The preventive action has not been maintained in line with the information provided to the inspectorate following the last inspection

Provider's corrective action:

Following the previous inspection, continuous reminders are being sent to all parents to approve any pending accident and incident records. These reminders were presented to the inspector on the day of inspection. However, to ensure that parents sign, the service has also introduced a dedicated recording book where parents sign to confirm that they have been notified of any incident or pending incident report awaiting their approval. These measures aim to ensure that all accident and incident records are complete, accurate, and appropriately acknowledged by parents. The person in charge will continue to ensure that parents receive regular reminders regarding any pending incidents

19 November 2025

Footprints Early Years, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) Five accident and incident records were available for review by the inspectors. Of the five records, the following information was not included: o Three records did not include the child’s surname. o One record did not include the date that a parent signed the form. o One record did not include the date of the accident. Records must be completed in full. Any miscommunication around incidents involving children can potentially hamper appropriate care following an injury

Provider's corrective action:

(k) Incomplete forms have been updated so as to ensure all necessary details and information is documented. All staff members have received re-training on completing accident / incident forms, Management also discussed the importance of ensuring all information is included on the forms. Management will carry out checks to ensure the correct practice is used at all times

12 November 2025

Dolphin House Early Years Service, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of twelve accident and incident records were reviewed. Nine of the twelve records were incomplete; the following information was not included: o Two records did not include a parent’s signature. o Five records did not include the date that a parent signed the form. o Two records did not include the child’s surname. o Eight records did not include a manager’s signature. o One record did not include a witness signature. Similar non-compliances were observed on the last inspection, dated 9 February 2023. The corrective and preventative actions provided following the last inspection have not been sufficient to prevent recurrence. Any miscommunication around incidents involving children can potentially hamper appropriate care following an injury

Provider's corrective action:

(k) All incomplete accident and incident records have now been reviewed, updated where possible, and signed by the manager. Parents of children involved have been contacted and signatures obtained. All staff members have been briefed on ensuring records are fully complete with all required information

4 November 2025

Koala Childcare Ltd, Dun Laoghaire · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

1(a) There was no curriculum vitae available for one external contractor who was present on the day of inspection. 1(i) The staff roster did not reflect the staff present on the day of inspection, or for the week reviewed. 1(j) A sample of 10 medicine administration records were reviewed. None of these records were signed by a second member of staff as a witness contrary to the service policy on administration of medication. Failure to have medication administration witnessed may pose a risk to the continuity of care of the child. 1(k) A sample of sixteen accident and incident forms were reviewed. Four of these forms were incomplete. Two had no second staff member’s signature. Two had no parents’ signature contrary to the service’s policy. This omission on the records sampled poses a risk to the continuity of care of the children. This regulation was found to be non-compliant on the last inspection on 15 May 2025. The corrective and preventive actions as stated by the registered provider did not prevent recurrence of this non-compliance

Provider's corrective action:

1(a) A CV was sourced for the adult contracted to work weekly with the children in the service as required. The service developed a contractor compliance document to prevent a reoccurrence of this noncompliance. 1(i) An amended roster was submitted to reflect the staff working in the service, as required. The person in charge stated that the roster will be updated to reflect staff absences going forward. 1(j) The person in charge corresponded with staff reminding them of the requirement to have a second staff signature. One sample of a completed medicine administration form was submitted. 1(k) The registered provider reviewed completed accident and incident forms. The person in charge of the service corresponded with staff about the procedures and steps to take for the Accident and incident reports

22 October 2025

Kilmore West Community Playgroup, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (i) A staff roster was not available to demonstrate that appropriate adult cover was planned for and implemented to provide the correct adult and child ratios

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) The registered provider stated that there is a staff roster that is displayed in the service. The register provider/manager will develop a weekly staff roster in advance and inform staff of the staff roster the Friday before the start of new week. Summary Comment The actions and evidence submitted by the new registered provider, in their corrective and preventive action plan, has addressed the non-compliance

22 October 2025

The Stables Montessori, Portmarnock · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (j) Medication administration forms were not maintained in respect of medication administered to a child in the service on a daily basis for 38 medicine administrations completed since 1 September 2025. This practice was inadequate as written records did not have a second staff member signature to demonstrate that the procedure had been checked and undertaken by 2 staff members for the 38 administrations of the daily medicine. This is at variance with the service’s medication administration policy which stated “Administration of medication will be done in the presence of a witness, who will co-sign the medication administration record… This non-compliance was found on the last inspection in September 2024 and the corrective action as not been sustained

Provider's corrective action:

(1) (j) The child’s medication records now signed and witnessed by second staff member daily Strict policy in place regarding administration of the medicine. Staff training has been given, and one member is responsible daily

3 October 2025

Child's Play Creche, Swords · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 1 adult, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether international police vetting was required in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(c)

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(a) A review was carried out to determine whether international police vetting was required for any staff member. Preventive Action (1)(a) To prevent recurrence, staff files will be reviewed annually to ensure they are up to date. Summary Comment The inspector has reviewed the actions and evidence submitted. The registered provider has given assurance that international police vetting was not required for any staff member. This staff file will be reviewed at the next inspection

3 October 2025

Eco Kidz Baggot Street, Dublin 2 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) The registered provider did not ensure an accurate record was maintained for accidents and incidents. A sample of 9 records were reviewed and 6 were observed incomplete. The following was observed: • Three records did not include the child’s full details or the signature of a parent confirming they had been informed of incident. • Two records did not include the child’s full details or the date the parent was of informed of the incident. • One record did not include the date the parent was informed of the incident

Provider's corrective action:

Meeting held with the teachers reminding and explaining how to fill out the forms and where to find the children's information in order to complete incident forms correctly. Managers will train new employees during the training week how to complete accident and incident reports and will assist if needed to fill out records. All training will continue to be conducted in line with our Accidents and Incidents Policy

29 September 2025

Paisti Le Cheile, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) There was no staff roster available on the day of inspection. An up to date, daily roster of all staff must be maintained to effectively plan for and maintain adequate staffing levels for the number of children attending. (k) The registered provider did not ensure an accurate record was maintained for accidents and incidents. A sample of 12 records were reviewed and 8 were observed incomplete. The following was observed: • Three records did not include the signature of the staff member who witnessed the incident. • One record did not include the child’s date of birth or the signature of the staff member who witnessed the incident. • Two records did not include the child’s date of birth. • One record did not include the child’s full name, a date of the parent’s signature or the signature of the staff member who witnessed the incident. • One record did not include the date of signature for the parent or two staff members who witnessed the incident. This is not in line with service policy. Accurate record keeping must be maintained in order to inform parents on incidents involving their children so they can effectively plan for their care and to support safety for children

Provider's corrective action:

(i) A staff roster has now been displayed in the hallway. A monthly roster will be put up by the manager outlining holidays and cover for the month ahead. (k) A staff meeting was held, and staff were directed to ensure that the accident and incident form was fully completed. Random checks of the accident book will be conducted by the manager

24 September 2025

Little Monkeys Playschool, Dublin 11 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) The registered provider did not ensure that two of the ten accident and incident records sampled were complete, the following was omitted: • Two of the children’s records sampled were missing a parental signature, this posed a risk to parents not being aware of an accident or incident involving their child and may potentially impact future care

Provider's corrective action:

(k) The registered provider has stated that they asked the parents to sign the incident report and gave a copy of the report to them. Once the school was finished that day the registered provider held a meeting demonstrating to all staff how forms are to be completed in the future. The registered provider also stated that they explained the importance of the forms being filled out correctly and parents signing them promptly. The registered provider will check the book daily

18 September 2025

Kathy B's Montessori and Afterschool, Dublin 24 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a)(3) A record was not available of the information required under the regulation for one staff member

Provider's corrective action:

The Curriculum Vitae is available now in a new format now and it is in our employee file. The Manager / Assistant Manager will check all employee files twice yearly to ensure all information for all employees is in their file using our checklist

18 September 2025

Kids Care Limited, Swords · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 2 adults, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether international police vetting was required in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(c)

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action 16. (1) (a) A copy of a CV with recorded history of past employment and relevant experience has been submitted for two adults. The registered provider has added both CVs to the staff files kept on the premises. Preventive Action 16. (1) (a) The registered provider will ensure that all CV’s for any new staff members will be added to the staff files before commencement of employment in the service

15 September 2025

Constitution Hill Playgroup, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) There was no record of employment histories available for all staff members

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider submitted a record of employment histories and stated they will ensure these are in place using a checklist

9 September 2025

Junior Genius Childcare Ltd, Baldonnell · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) A staff roster was not available for review when the inspectors arrived to the service. When the roster was subsequently provided, it did not accurately reflect all of the staff currently working in the service and their accurate hours of work. Ten staff who were present and working in the service and staff on annual leave or sick leave were not recorded on the staff roster. The hours staff were rostered to work was at variance with the hours staff told the inspectors they were working. Failure to maintain accurate staff rosters impacts the services ability to demonstrate compliance with required ratios

Provider's corrective action:

The staff roster has been amended to accurately reflect all staff employed to work in the service, including those on leave or absent. Responsibility for maintaining the roster has been reassigned to another manager to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accountability. The roster will be reviewed weekly by the person in charge, all changes to staffing or absences will be recorded immediately. The registered provider will conduct monthly audits to ensure the roster remains up to date and fully compliant

8 September 2025

The Toddler Inn, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure that one medication record was completed in full, the following details were omitted. • There was no medication named on the form. This posed a potential risk to unknown medication being administered or clarity around what was given. • There was no second staff member documented as checking the medication. This poses a potential risk of a medication error. (k) The registered provider did not ensure that eight of the accident and incident forms were completed in full. the following was observed. • One parent signature was missing from one child’s record; this poses a risk of parents not being aware of the incident. • The date a parent signed the record was missing from seven of the fifteen forms sampled. Failing to demonstrate that parents were made aware of an incident on the date it occurred

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Staff have been informed of the importance of naming the medicine on the form and a second person signing the form. The administration policy has been updated. (k) The registered provider has stated that all staff have been informed to check forms when parents sign them to ensure that they are dated, they have also been advised to make sure that the form is signed on the day of the accident/incident. The policy on Accident and Incidents has been updated

3 September 2025

Daisychain Montessori & Childcare, Dublin 6 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) One medication administration record was not signed by parents to confirm they were aware medication was given to their child. Parents need to be informed so they can monitor for side effects or adverse reactions. This was a non-compliance on the last inspection dated 30 August 2022

Provider's corrective action:

The service sent a memo to all staff explaining the medication procedure and how to save the form correctly which enables parents to sign the form. All staff were fully trained. The service has created a new audit form for regulation 16

2 September 2025

Links Childcare Foxrock, Foxrock · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

A sample of ten accident and incident records were reviewed and found to be incomplete as follows: • On five records, the parent’s signatures were not dated • On two records, the staff signature hadn’t been recorded • On one record, there was no parent signature

Provider's corrective action:

An accident report that was previously noted as missing signature have since been corrected. The Regional Manager provided refresher training to the crèche management team (Manager and Deputy Manager) on the correct procedures for completing accident report forms. To further support compliance, the Regional Manager will conduct monthly checks of the accident report book to ensure all records are completed accurately and in line with regulatory requirements

26 August 2025

Daisybelle T/A Treehouse Childcare, Donabate · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) Eleven medication administration records were reviewed which had been compiled between 06/12/2024 and 20/08/2024. There were no parental signatures obtained on the forms following the administration of medication to confirm that parents were aware that their children had medication administered whilst in attendance

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (j)The medication form has been amended. Preventive Action A column was added for Parent signature

20 August 2025

Scallywags Creche, Dublin 2 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure that there was a record kept in writing of the following information in relation to the service: (j) Four medication administration records were available for review, the following was observed: o There was no space available to record the child’s date of birth on the form. o One record did not include the child’s surname. (k) Fourteen accident and incident records were reviewed, the following was observed: o There was no space available to record the child’s date of birth on the form. o Seven records did not include the child’s surname. o Three records did not include a staff member’s signature or date of signing the form. o Two forms did not include a parent’s signature or date of signing the form. This information is required to ensure the children involved are clearly identifiable

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The administration of medication record form has been updated to include a space for the child’s date of birth. Staff members have been made aware that all information must be recorded on the form. Management will review administration of medication forms to ensure that the correct information is included. (k) The accident and incident record form has been updated to include a space for the child’s date of birth, all outstanding information has been added to incomplete forms. Management will review accident and incident forms to ensure that the correct information is included

14 August 2025

St. Andrew's Childcare Centre, Dublin 2 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) The registered provider did not ensure that there was an accurate record of the staff roster containing the details of the staff scheduled to be in the service on the day of inspection. A staff roster was not available for review by the inspector for the week of 11 – 15 August 2025. A staff roster is required to effectively plan for the staffing requirements for the service to meet the needs of the children. It is acknowledged that a staff sign in record was available and detailed each staff member’s sign in and out times for the day of the inspection. (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 dosage of the medication being administered. o A space to record the signature of the person witnessing the medication being administered. A full record in writing is required in order to prevent any miscommunication around the administration of medication to children which can increase the potential risk of overdose

Provider's corrective action:

(i) Management will ensure that weekly staff rosters are displayed in the reception area and care rooms and will be available for review if required. (j) Updated medication administration record books which include all required information have been ordered and will be used going forward

7 August 2025

Scope to Grow, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of twelve accident and incident records were reviewed. Seven of the fifteen records did not include the following information: o One record did not include the parent’s and manager’s signature. o Six records did not include the date that a parent signed the form. o One record did not include the date that a manager signed the form. A full record in writing is required in order to prevent any miscommunication around incidents involving children which could potentially hamper appropriate care following an injury

Provider's corrective action:

(k) All staff have been retrained on the accident and incident policy and procedures, emphasising the requirement to obtain dated signatures from both parents and a manager in the accident/incident book. Staff were also instructed to ensure signatures are recorded on all three pages for complete record- keeping. Management will perform regular checks to verify that signatures and dates are correctly recorded on all copies of the accident/incident report

28 July 2025

Connolly Children's Centre, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (j) There were no written records maintained of the administration of medication. The registered provider reported that parents were informed of any administration via an online messaging system, but no records were maintained or were available. A full record with an acknowledgment of the administration by the parent must be maintained to prevent miscommunication on the administration of medication. (k) Following a review of a sample of ten accident and incident records, the following was identified: o Four records did not have the date the parent acknowledged they had been informed of the incident. o One record did not have any evidence that the parent had been informed of an incident as there was no parent signature. A full record of the incident with a dated acknowledgment by the parent must be maintained to establish they have been fully informed to enable them to plan for potential further risks related to the incident. This was not in line with the service policy on accidents and incidents which stated that forms will be fully completed

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The service reports an administration and medication record book was purchased for each room to ensure both the centre and the parents can obtain a copy. Staff were advised by management of the importance of keeping important documents and records such as medical records as this will ensure both the protection of the staff and centre. (k) Management will ensure the correct procedures the correct procedures are followed. Staff were advised by management of the importance of keeping important documents and records such as accident and incidents as this will ensure both the protection of the staff and centre

24 July 2025

Parkview Creche, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (i) The staff roster was not reflective of the staff present on the day. For example, o The roster detailed staff who no longer work in the service. o Staff who were providing cover were not detailed on the roster. o There was no clear outline of who was providing cover for breaks. Staff rosters should clearly detail the staff to be present, including cover for breaks to accurately plan for sufficient staffing in the premises. (j) Following a review of a sample of 10 administration of medication records, two records did not have a parental signature acknowledging they had been informed of the administration of the medication. A full record with an acknowledgment of the administration by the parent must be maintained to prevent miscommunication on the administration of medication

Provider's corrective action:

(i) The service report that staff rosters are completed the week prior to operations. Any changes should be amended on the day if staff are out sick etc. Each of the Management team are aware that changes should be documented the roster either reprinted or the changes to be written into the roster to reflect. The service will be discussing with the senior staff in the setting to ensure they will not allow this to happen going forward. (j) The two records were updated. An email was sent to all staff with the service policy regarding the medication management the service have in place. Management will discuss this to ensure that all staff are adhering to the correct sign off of paperwork. Each day if medication is administered the person in charge will oversee and sign off to ensure all steps are followed correctly

23 July 2025

Bizzy B's Creche, Dublin 11 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure that two of the ten records sampled were completed in full, the following information was missing from two records sampled. • These two records were found to be missing a parent signature. This poses a risk to parents being unaware of medication administered. • These two records were found to be missing a second staff signature; this is a variance from the service policy on medication administration

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The service stated that the medical consent forms have been signed. Parents were notified through their app. No medication is given without contacting parents first. The paper documents will be moving to digital format when current medical books are full. Management spoke to staff about the importance of documenting signatures

10 July 2025

Little Harvard Creche & Montessori, Dublin 14 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) 1. The service was observed to have two types of form in use to record medication administration. One form type in use did not include a section for parents to sign to confirm they had been informed of medication administration. This posed a potential risk of sharing inaccurate information resulting in a safety risk to children. 2. The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for medication administration. A sample of 13 forms were reviewed and 8 were observed incomplete. The incomplete records did not include a parent’s signature confirming they had been informed of the medication administration. Of the 8 incomplete forms reviewed 7 of these records were completed on the template form that did not include a space for parents’ signature. This posed a potential risk of sharing inaccurate information resulting in a safety risk to children. (k) 1. The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for accidents and incident. A sample of 15 forms were reviewed and 7 were observed to be incomplete. • Two records did not include the child’s full details. • Five records did not include the date of the parents’ signature to show they were informed of the accident. This posed a potential impact of sharing inaccurate information resulting in a safety risk to children

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Points 1 and 2 Updated forms are now in use at the service. The outdated forms have been withdrawn. Management has informed staff to fully complete all relevant records and to ensure that the signatures of all concerned are adhered thereto. (k) 1. Training has taken place with all staff with regard to the completion of incident and accident forms. Staff have been advised to ensure that the forms are completed in full, including the full names of children and the signature of the parents obtained. Local, regional and senior management will regularly inspect all forms to ensure that they are completed in full

10 July 2025

Magic Little Kids Limited, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(16)(1)(h) The attendance records were not accurately maintained. The inspector observed that at 12.57 the attendance record for the Tweenie room had not been completed, as children were not signed in for the day. On the inspector’s initial walkaround at 10.16am there were 6 children in attendance

Provider's corrective action:

(16)(1)(h) The registered provider stated that attendance records are normally completed / marked in as soon as a child enters and leaves the creche. This was an oversight on the morning of the inspection. The registered provider will ensure that the roll books are completed. Summary Comment The actions and evidence submitted by the registered provider, in their corrective and preventive action plan, has addressed the non-compliance and will be reviewed on the next inspection

4 July 2025

Little Rugrats, Skerries · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 4 adults, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether international police vetting was required in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(c). (i) While there was a staff roster available, there was no record of the staff signing in on the day of the inspection

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(a) An updated Curriculum Vitae for 4 adults are now on file. (i) At the time of the inspection staff were using a manual sign in/out sheet. A clock in/out system using a digital application has since been implemented. The staff scan a QR code when entering and leaving the premises where they are clocked in and out. Preventive Action (1)(a) As stated in Regulation 9 Compliance staff files have been secured and a checklist for recruitment of new staff has been implemented so that all items are in place in advance of commencement of employment. (i) New Clock in/out system, which is automated, so more efficient and seamless

1 July 2025

Kkcreche Ltd, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) Although it is acknowledged that records of the administration of medication which had been given to a child were available in the service, one of the records contained no evidence of signed parental consent

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider provided the following response; Corrective and Preventive Action
The medication administration records for all children were immediately audited. The record in question has now been updated — the parent/guardian was contacted, and written consent has since been obtained, signed, and dated. All current medication forms have been reviewed to ensure parental consent is clearly signed before any medication is administered. The staff member involved was reminded of the importance of securing and recording written parental consent as per our medication policy. A designated staff member has been assigned to double-check all medication forms upon receipt to ensure consent is in place and correctly documented. The Medication Policy has been regiven to all staff to clarify that no medication may be administered without prior written consent, except in a medical emergency where verbal consent is followed up in writing. Staff have received a refresher briefing on the updated policy and procedure to reinforce compliance. Medication records will now be audited monthly by the room leader or manager to ensure all entries are complete and accurate

30 June 2025

Charlies Childcare (Donabate), Donabate · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k)At 11:59am a child in the Wobbler room was lying on teddies, when a unit placed next to the teddies moved slightly causing the child to slowly tumble on to the floor. The child was upset and comforted by staff, and a cold compress was used. Staff were not observed to create a record of the accident/accident following the event. The inspector asked to review the accident report at 4:01pm to which a staff member advised it has not been created

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (k) Accident report form was completed prior to child going home on the day. Preventive Action (k) Staff have been reminded to complete all incident reports in a timely manner on the day the incident occurs

17 June 2025

Charlies Childcare (Seamount), Malahide · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(k) Three of the accident and incident forms reviewed in the service did not include parental signatures as a means of ensuring that parents had been informed and were aware of an incident/accident involving their child

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(k) All three accident and incident reports were signed by the parents and sent home. Preventive Action (1)(k) The service has since held a staff meeting to discuss the importance of parental signatures and have refreshed all staff with further training and details of their accident and incident policy

17 June 2025

Little Treasures Preschool Playgroup, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) A staff roster was not available in the service on the day of inspection detailing the staff members present in the service and the hours of work undertaken. The corrective and preventive actions submitted by the registered provider following the last inspection of the service on the 1st September 2023 did not prevent the re-occurrence of the non-compliance above under Regulation 16(1)(i)

Provider's corrective action:

A staff roster has been printed and is now on display on our information board. A staff member has been given a role to ensure the roster is on display and up to date with any changes

16 June 2025

Ballymun East Community Centre, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (j) A full record in writing with signed parental consent for the administration of medication was not maintained, as evidenced by documentation. For Example, from a sample of 20 records reviewed: o Ten records did not have the child’s date of birth. o One record did not indicate the administration of the medication was witnessed by a second staff member. o Four records did not have a parent’s signature acknowledging they had been informed of the administration of the medication. A full record with the child’s full name and date of birth, details of two staff who administer the medication, and an acknowledgment of the administration by the parent must be maintained to accurately account for safe administration practice and prevent miscommunication on the administration of medication. (k) A full record in writing for accident and incidents was not maintained, as evidenced by documentation. This was not in line with the service policy on Accidents and Incidents which stated that all forms must be completed in full, with as much detail as possible. For Example, from a sample of 20 records reviewed: o Thirteen records did not have a date indicating when the parent was informed of the incident. o One record did not have a signature of a parent indicating they had been informed of the incident., o Ten records did not record the child’s date of birth. o Two records did not detail the child’s surname. o Five records did not detail when the staff were completing the record. A full record in writing with all relevant information and an acknowledgment of when the parents had been informed must be maintained for any incident in the service to ensure parents are aware of potential injuries or risks to a child’s health

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Staff were reminded to witness and sign the medication book, all children’s correct details will be recorded, and parents’ signatures must be recorded. Policy information and briefing was given to all staff. Spot check will be carried out. (k) The accident and incident policy and information briefing was shared with staff to ensure all relevant details are recorded. Spot checks will be completed to ensure these requirements are being met

10 June 2025

Child's Play, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) A staff roster was not available in the service on the day of inspection. (k)Two of the eleven accident and incident records reviewed did not include parental signatures to confirm that parents/guardians had been informed and were aware that their child had an accident/incident whilst in attendance in the service. It is important that parents/guardians are informed of any accident or incident relating to their child so that they can monitor their child appropriately

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(i) Management produces a weekly staff roster which is printed and displayed in the kitchen every Monday. (k) All accident and incident reports are documented on a digital application. The alert notification to the parents for an accident and incident report on the digital application was changed to include an email notification and push notification. A memo was issued to parents to remind them to check the digital application when they receive notifications. Preventive Action (1)(i) A template roster has been set up which is adjusted by the manager every Friday in advance of the upcoming week. Any changes on the day are recorded on the staff roster and filed for the record. (k) A memo was issued to parents to remind them to check the digital application when they receive notifications. Staff were also reminded to inform the parents of any accident and incident report when they are collecting their child. Staff were instructed to inform the rest of the team if a child had an accident during the day so that whoever is with that child at the time of collection can discuss it with the parents

29 May 2025

StartBright Bawnogue, Dublin 22 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) All required information was not completed on the accident and incident forms. Four forms were not signed by the manager and two forms had not been signed by parents

Provider's corrective action:

(k) Notice on electronic communication system notifying parents that there is a form to sign and all staff reviewed accident and incident policy to ensure parents and managers signature are recorded. Room leader review of forms on weekly basis to ensure all signatures are acquired. Use handover book to remind other staff members

9 May 2025

Absolute Angels, Malahide · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) One CV was not available for one adult. Therefore, it was unable to ascertain if police vetting was required in this instance. (h) The details of the attendance of all children had not been accurately recorded in the attendance book. All 22 children in attendance on the day had not been recorded as present from 9.00am until 10.35am. The children who had left the service at 1.30pm had not been signed out from 1.30pm until 1.50pm. It is acknowledged that this was rectified when the inspector brought this to the attention of staff. Contemporaneous accurate attendance logs must be maintained to support the safe evacuation of children in an emergency. This non-compliance was identified at the previous inspection of the service on the 07/03/2022

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(a) The CV mentioned was saved on the setting’s computer but was not printed and added to the staff folder. This has now been amended and included in the staff folder. (h) The staff will have the roll call opened and sign the children in as they enter the premises. Preventive Action (1)(a) The service will ensure that all CV’s and staff documents are printed and included in the staff folder at all times. (h) The service will continue following the regulation regarding signing children in as they enter the premises. Summary Comment The inspector has reviewed the actions and evidence submitted. The non-compliance under Regulation 16 has been addressed. The corrective and preventative actions stated to have addressed this non-compliance will be reviewed at the next inspection

9 May 2025

Rivervalley Early Learning Centre, Swords · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(k) On review of 15 accident and incident records available, the following information was not recorded: • The date of birth of the child was not recorded on one form. • The date of accident /incident or date of completion was not completed on one form. • The parent’s signature and date of signature was not recorded on two forms to acknowledge being informed of the accident or incident. • The date of the parent’s signature was not recorded on one form. • The managers signature and date of signature was not recorded on 12 forms

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(k) Were possible incomplete sections have been updated. Implementation of four eye policy before ‘sign off’ going forward. Once signed a written copy is given to the parents, copy kept on child’s file and last one remains in accident / incident book

8 May 2025

Daisy Days Montessori, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing for accidents and incidents was maintained. Three accident and incident records dated after the previous inspection were available for review, the following information was missing: o One form did not contain a parent’s signature or a manager’s signature. o One form did not contain a parent’s signature, a manager’s signature or information detailing the staff member completing the form. o One form did not contain the date of the incident or the child’s date of birth. This was a non-compliance on the previous inspection, dated 16/10/2024

Provider's corrective action:

(k) All forms have been updated with the missing information. Management will ensure all accident and incident forms are fully completed with the required information

7 May 2025

Bunny Hops Creche and Montessori LTD, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (i) The registered provider did not ensure that staff rosters accurately reflected the presence of all staff working withing the service on the day of inspection and did not include the hours of work or break times of any staff member. This was a previous non-compliance in October 2024 and November 2022

Provider's corrective action:

(1) (i) The registered provider stated that they will ensure the roster will reflect accurately all staff working in the service, there is a new sign in/out sheet to reflect the hours of working and break times for all staff

1 May 2025

Corduff Childcare Service Ltd., Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) The registered provider did not provide details of all staff who were rostered to work in the service on the day of inspection and did not include the times of work or break times of any staff member. This was a previous non-compliance noted in July 2024

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider has designed a new staff roster to include the morning and afternoon shifts. This roster includes start times and breaks for staff. This will be changed daily as needed

24 April 2025

LYCS Early Years Education Service, Dublin 1 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for medication administration. A sample of 12 records were reviewed and 6 were observed incomplete. • One record did not include the signature of the staff member who witnessed the administration of the medication. • One record did not include the child’s full details who received the medication, or the signature of the staff member administered the medication. • One record did not include the child’s full details who received the medication or the parents signature confirming they had been informed of the administration. • Two records did not include the child’s full details who received the medication. • One record did not include the child’s full details, parent signature or staff members signature who witnessed the administration (k) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing for was maintained accidents and incidents. A sample of 12 records were reviewed and 7 were observed incomplete. • Three records did not include a parent’s signature confirming they had been informed of the incident. • Three records did not include a parent’s signature or the mangers signature. • One record did not include the full details of the child involved in the incident

Provider's corrective action:

(j) The team continues to ensure that the medication administration forms are completed correctly and signed by management and relevant persons at all times. Training was carried out in a staff meeting addressing the importance of medication administration reporting. (k) The reports have been reviewed and completed appropriately by the management team. Training was carried out in a staff meeting addressing the importance of accident/incident reporting

23 April 2025

D2 Montessori, Dublin 2 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(g) The following policy was incomplete and were not in keeping with the requirements of Regulation 10: The Staff supervision policy did not include ➢ The records that will be kept for supervision, where the records will be stored and how long they will be kept. The Person in charge stated that staff supervision is conducted on a six-monthly basis in the service however no supervision records are maintained in the service. The Accident and incident policy did not include ➢ That an accident or incident form would be completed following an accident or incident occurring in the service. ➢ How parents will be communicated with following an accident or incident. (k)Documentary evidence was not available in the service to confirm that an incident report had been completed and shared with parents following a recent incident that occurred in the service

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1) (g) The Supervision policy and Accident and Incident policy has been updated and given to all staff members to ensure they are up to date with the new policy. (k) The Accident and Incident policy has been updated with the following “In the event where a child has been harmed as a result of staff misconduct, parents will be notified once details of incident/accident has been collected. Parents will be contacted via telephone and informed of the incident, they will also be invited to the serviced to discuss the matter further. Parents will receive and sign an accident and incident report form upon arrival”. Preventive Action (1) (g) Management will review at least one policy every month this has been added to the monthly paperwork checklist. (1) (k) Management will ensure an accident and incident form will be filled out immediately after the accident/incident and ensure that all staff and management have signed and dated the form before parents receive, sign and date the form. All staff have read their updated accident and incident policy

16 April 2025

Precious Minds Créche & Montessori School, Lucan · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(h) In the Baby room the arrival times of all children present were not recorded. Four children were present and three children were signed in. In the Pre-Montessori room, one child arrived at 11.10am and was not recorded on the room register until an hour later

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(h) All staff have been retrained in our policy of signing in/out the children in their care in a prompt manner. At our next team meeting the managers will ask staff to sign-off on the information and this will be supplied after June Team Meeting. The managers have re-iterated the importance of timely sign ins and accurate attendance records for Health & Safety/Fire Drill attendance numbers. Staff have been advised they need to stop all activities when children arrive and enter the child’s name into the attendance app

4 April 2025

Stepping Stones, Garristown · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 2 staff members, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether international police vetting was required in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(c)

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(a) Registered provider has obtained 2 Curriculum Vitae for the 2 staff members, which she now has filed away with all other necessary staff information. Preventive Action (1)(a) Registered provider will ensure all CVs are kept filed and up to date

2 April 2025

Little Learners, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (j) The registered provider did not ensure medication administration records were fully completed in four records reviewed on the day. The following details were omitted. • Three records did not have a second staff signature. • Two records did not have a parent signature acknowledging the administration of medication. Posing a risk that parents were unaware of what medication was administered

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider stated that medication records were reviewed with missing information retrospectively completed when possible. All staff received re-education on medication administration. The medication administration policy has been updated to include the need for two staff signatures when medication is administered, with parents required to review and sign the medication record at the time of collection. A medication audit checklist has been implemented and is reviewed weekly by the manager to ensure all medication records are complete and compliant

26 March 2025

Madeline's Pre-School, Dublin 13 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of two accident and incidents records that were available for inspection the following was observed. • A parental signature was not obtained following one incident that occurred to a child within the service. • The surname and date of birth of a child was not recorded on one incident record. These non-compliances were identified on the last inspection

Provider's corrective action:

(k) The registered provider has stated that accident forms have been updated, and staff will sign and check to ensure parent signs also. Registered provider will check weekly records to ensure accidents/incidents are recorder correctly

25 March 2025

Rainbow Community Playgroup, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(g) The following policy was not available within the service on the day of inspection; • Risk management

Provider's corrective action:

A risk management policy has been developed and added to the service’s policies and procedures folder. Management have notified staff members and will review, update and develop new policies where necessary

10 March 2025

Happy Tots Crèche & Afterschool, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (j) Following a review of a sample of 12 records, the registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for the administration of medication. For example: o Four records had no evidence a second person had witnessed the administration of the medication. o Two records did not have the signature of the parents acknowledging their child had received the medication. There was a potential risk medication could be administered incorrectly. (k) Following a review of a sample of 12 records, the registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for accident and incidents. For example: o Three records did not detail the child’s full name. o One record did not detail the child’s date of birth. There was a potential risk children could not be accurately identified on the forms. These were identified as non-compliances on the inspection held on the 12 March 2024 and actions put in place failed to prevent a recurrence

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Staff were updated in the importance of completing forms in full and have acknowledged they are aware of the procedures. The service ensure managers will check records are filled in correctly after each child is administered medication. (k) Staff were updated in the importance of completing forms in full and have acknowledged they are aware of the procedures. The service ensure managers will check records are filled in correctly after each accident or incident report is made

5 March 2025

Magic Days Creche & Montessori School, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (g) The following policies required under Regulation 10, detailed in Schedule 5 were not available: o Policy on staff absences. o Staff training policy

Provider's corrective action:

(1) (g) The service has developed and submitted the relevant policies and will ensure that necessary policies are available

4 March 2025

Precious Days Montessori, Lusk · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 1 staff member, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether international police vetting was required in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(c)

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(a) Manager has received a copy of the staff members C.V. Preventive Action (1)(a) Manager has copies of the C.V. and this has been put in the staff folder with all relevant paperwork. This folder will be checked on a regular basis

3 March 2025

Waterville's Little Stars, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A sample of ten administration of medication records were reviewed as part of the inspection. The following information was not included on the ten record forms: o There was no information included about the staff member who had witnessed the administration of medication. Failure to include this information could result in incorrect administration of medication within the service. o There was no parent signature recorded to show that the parent had been informed on the day of the administration of medication. Failure to ensure parents are provided with this information could result in a child receiving an overdose. (k) A sample of ten accident and incident records were reviewed as part of the inspection. The following information was not included. o On six of the ten accident and incident records reviewed there was no parent signature recorded to show that the parent had been informed on the day of the accident/incident. It is important that parents are informed of any accident/incident relating to their child so they can monitor their child appropriately

Provider's corrective action:

(j) Management have gone through the process of medical forms with all team members to ensure they are fully aware or the procedures and the importance of ensuring the correct procedures are followed. The service has reverted back to using paper to ensure that parents and employees fill in or sign off on all areas. (k) Management have gone through the process of accident and incident reporting with all team members to ensure they are fully aware of the procedures and the importance of ensuring the correct procedures are followed. The service has reverted to using paper to ensure that parents and employees fill in or sign off on all areas

27 February 2025

RTE Childcare ( managed by Wee Care Day Nurseries), Dublin 4 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

Documentation reviewed during the inspection evidenced that a record of attendance was not maintained for each child in the service as follows: Attendance records in the Baby Room were reviewed by the inspector at 10:40am. One child in attendance who staff reported arrived at the service at 9:45am had not been signed into the attendance book or the online application used by the service, which staff reported is taken with them in the event of an evacuation. This was at variance with the checking in and out policy in place in the service. Inaccurate records of attendance may hinder the safe evacuation of children in the event of an emergency. The corrective and preventive actions submitted following the last inspection of the service on the 29th and 30th January 2024 did not prevent the re-occurrence of the non-compliance

Provider's corrective action:

The following response was provided by the service: Corrective and Preventive Action Management set up and completed one to one retraining to staff members in all rooms on Regulation 16, record in relation to preschool service and the importance of signing children in and out of register at all times. The service updated the induction policy for new children starting to include recording of children on register and tablet from the first day of visit

24 February 2025

School St & Thomas Court Bawn FRC L, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of 14 accident and incident forms information was missing as follows: • The date of the parent’s signature was missing from six forms

Provider's corrective action:

16(k) The service will inform parents and guardians that dates must be included beside signatures on accident sheets. The accident / incident book has been labelled with instructions to complete ten-point checklist for staff to double check to ensure accident /incident sheets are completed correctly. Staff are not allowed give copy of accident sheet unless fully completed

11 February 2025

Appleseeds Pre school, Swords · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) No staff roster was available for the inspector on the day of inspection, leading to a risk of safety

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) A staff rota has now been made which will be available on the staff notice board

11 February 2025

Saint Brendan's Playgroup, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The registered provider did not ensure that a form was available to record the administration of medication. The service policy advised that only emergency medication will be administered in the service and a record of the child’s name, medication, dosage and route which will be signed by parents and staff however no form was available in the event of administration. A child was in attendance who required emergency medication on the premises. (k) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for accidents and incidents. A sample of 10 forms were reviewed. Four forms were observed to be incomplete: • Three forms did not include the child’s full name or date of birth. • One form did not include the manager’s signature

Provider's corrective action:

(j) A section has been added to the form to allow the parent to sign to acknowledge that medicine has been administered to their child. New forms have been printed for future use. Each child’s information form will be checked by two members of staff to ensure that it contains the revenant information required. (k) The accident and incident book has been updated with the relevant information. Staff have been informed when filling out the accident form, all sections must be completed

28 January 2025

Whitefriars Childcare Ltd, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (g) The following policy required under Regulation 10, detailed in Schedule 5 was not available: o Policy on the use of the internet and photographic and recording devices. (k) Following a review of a sample of 10 records, the registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing was maintained for accident and incidents. The documentation in use did not allow for the recording of the date for the parents acknowledging they had been informed of any accident or incident

Provider's corrective action:

(g) A new policy on Use of internet and photographic/ recording devices was drawn up and shared with all staff members who confirmed they read and understood the policy. The service will ensure that all policies are up to date. (k) The service has drawn an up-to-date accident/ incident form to include space for parents to date the page acknowledging they had been informed of any accident or incidents. The service will ensure that all paperwork has space for dates for parent, staff and managers to fill

27 January 2025

Kidz First, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of 13 accident and incident records were reviewed and were observed to not have the following information recorded. • Two forms did not include the date of the accident/ incident and the date the form was completed. • Three forms did not include the date the parent signed the form to confirm they were made aware of the accident/incident

Provider's corrective action:

(k) Following the inspection the service has stated that discussions were held with staff in a meeting and the importance of filling out accident/incidents forms thoroughly. To prevent dates and parents’ names not been signed. We suggested that staff members who are filling out accident/incident forms should get them double checked over by another member

9 December 2024

Woodlands Creche, Dublin 10 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) The attendance records maintained in the pre-wobbler and toddler rooms were not accurate on the morning of inspection as follows: ⎯ At 09:59 in the Pre-Wobbler room 5 children were present and only 4 were signed in. The child had arrived at 09:45 and was signed in retrospectively when the inspector brought this to the attention of staff. ⎯ At 10:35 in the Toddler room 5 children were present and only 4 were signed in. The child was signed in retrospectively when the inspector brought it to the attention of the staff. Inaccurate records of attendance pose a risk to the safe evacuation of children the event of an emergency. The corrective and preventive action submitted following the last inspection of the service on the 1st September 2021, has not adequately addressed this non-compliance

Provider's corrective action:

The registered provider submitted the following response: Corrective and Preventive Action A meeting with staff from both rooms took place, it was explained to staff the dangers involved in not recording accurate attendance, and not signing children in and out of rooms. Examples of potential dangers were explained. Staff have assured me that they will accurately record attendance. Management have been conducting spot checks to ensure attendance is documented correctly

5 December 2024

Happyways Greenfields, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A blank medication administration form was reviewed on the day of inspection. The following was not included on the form. • No provision for a witness signature in the event of the administration of medication to a child in the service. It is acknowledged that the person in charge confirmed that medication had not been administered to any children in the service in 2024. (k) A sample of ten accident and incident forms were reviewed on the day of inspection. • Two records did not include the date when the parent signed. • Four records did not include parent’s signatures. It is important that parents/guardians are informed of any accident/incident relating to their child so they can monitor their child appropriately. • One record did not have a record of the name of the staff member completing the form

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (16)(1)(j) Management have changed the medication record sheet so that it has the information required. (16)(1)(k) The centre manager will check accident and incident books monthly to address any ongoing uncompleted forms. Preventive Action (16)(1)(j)Management facilitated retraining on required governance at the monthly meeting. Management have now made this the official medication book for medication record sheets going forward. (16)(1)(k) Staff have been retrained on filling out accident incident forms and the importance of them being completed correctly

4 December 2024

Buttons Community Playgroup, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(k) On review of six accident and incident records the following information was not recorded. • A record of an incident that occurred to two children was not available. As a result, written confirmation that the parents had been informed of the incidents was not available. This is at variance with the service policy on accidents and incidents. • Three records were not signed by the parent to confirm that they had been made aware of the accident/incident. • One record did not include a risk assessment following the accident/ incident to reduce the potential risk of reoccurrence

Provider's corrective action:

In response the service has stated that parents have now been asked to sign the record book. Staff have been advised that forms are to be correctly filled in on the day that the form must be complete d and signed off by management and checked thoroughly

3 December 2024

Chestnut Daycare, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

The staff roster was not reflective of the staff working in the service on the day of inspection. The designated person in charge had informed the inspectors on their arrival that one further staff member was rostered to work in the service that day, arriving in the afternoon. At 10:00am and 11:55am respectively, two additional staff members arrived from another centre to provide cover. These two additional adults were not rostered to work in the service

Provider's corrective action:

On the morning of inspection, the person in charge did not get a chance to add the names of the cover staff to the roster. The service had to wait for the other branches to confirm the names of these staff members. The service checked roaster daily for the next morning, if anything changes, the service will adjust the roster to reflect those changes

27 November 2024

St. Nicholas Montessori School, Dun Laoghaire · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) Details of attendance for each child present in the service was not recorded as detailed below. 1. In Ms C and Ms G’s room 15 children were signed in at 10:22 and 16 children were present. The inspector asked the staff member to record the additional child present. The staff member signed the child on the attendance record from 08:55. 2. In Ms O’M room 21 children were present and 20 children were signed in. The inspector showed the staff the attendance record at 11:20 the staff identified the child who was not signed in. When the attendance record was checked at 12:40 it was noted the additional child had still not been signed in by staff. These non-compliances were present on the last inspection on 15 November 2022. The corrective and preventive actions submitted by the registered provider did not prevent the reoccurrence of these non- compliances. (i) The staff roster provided was inaccurate and did not reflect the staff who were present and working in the service on the day of inspection. Five staff who were present and working in the service were not recorded on the staff roster. A sixth adult was recorded as working from 09:00-12:30 however, the manager confirmed this adult was working from 13:00-18:00

Provider's corrective action:

(h) 1&2. The manager has spoken with the relevant teachers to remind them of the importance of filling all attendance registers as the children arrive and leave in order to have an accurate record of children present at any given time. (i) The staff roster has been updated to reflect accurate hours for all staff members. The manager has set a reminder in our Google Calendar to print and review the Staff Roster each Monday morning for the week ahead to ensure the roster is accurate and reflective of that particular week

22 November 2024

Learn and Play Preschool and Afterschool CLG, Dublin 17 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of ten accident and incident records were reviewed as part of the inspection. There was no date beside the parent signature recorded to show the date that the parent was informed of the accident/incident. It is important that parents/guardians are informed of any accident/incident relating to their child so they can monitor their child appropriately

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action Staff have been advised to ensure parents include the date on the document as well as their signature. Preventive Action Staff will ensure parents include the date on the document as well as their signature

19 November 2024

Chrysalis St Brigid's Montessori & Afterschool, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) On review of eight accident and incident forms information was missing as follows: • Date of birth of the child was missing on four forms. • The date of the parent’s signature was missing from three forms. • The signature and date of signature of manager was missing on five forms

Provider's corrective action:

(k) Corrective Action: Immediately after the Inspection; • The Service purchased new Accident & Incident Books. Their aim is to have a book in each class for ready access. However, the layout of the forms in new Acciden & Incident Books is slightly different to the old Accident and Incident forms and therefore it was decided to hold off on putting new books into the classes until training took place (Status: completed 21 November 2024). • Between the time that the Tusla Inspection took place and the receipt of the Tusla Inspection report on 13/12/24, the service placed particular emphasis and attention on the management of our Accident and Incident system and initiated daily manager checks of the Accident & Incident Book from 25 November 2024 for the weeks commencing 25 November, 2 December, 9 December and 16 December 2024. This also allowed us to identify particular areas of weakness. • From week commencing 16 December 2024, a new Accident & Incident Book was placed in each class, to allow for ready access by staff when needed (Status: completed 16 December 2024). • A sample Accident & Incident form was completed, with notes highlighting where particular care was needed when filling in the form. This sample form was used for training on 19 December 2024 and was stapled into the front of the Accident & Incident Book for continuous ease of reference by staff. (Status: completed 19 December 2024). • Signage was placed in each class to act as a reminder/prompt to staff about ensuring all required data filled in. (Status: Completed 19 December 2024). • Staff in-house training took place on 19 December 2024 where each staff member was shown how to fill in the form, the importance of each field of information, the need to ensure that date of birth is filled in for the child as the form is being filled out and that all relevant parties sign off and date the form on the day of the accident/incident. Staff signed and dated the Sign off sheet confirming they had received this training. (Status: Completed 19 December 2024). (k) Preventive Action: • The manager, and in their absence the deputy manager, will carry out daily and weekly checks of the Accident and Incident Book, to make sure that the forms are being fully completed and accurately (Status: Ongoing) • The service has raised internal awareness of our Accident and Incident Reporting and Management by making it an actionable area on our Core Funding Quality and Inclusive Practical Plan (QIPP). We submitted our QIPP on 12 December 2024 and as part of our QIPP we will: Focus on the role of the manager in ensuring that o ALL accident & incident forms are completed 100% correctly. o ALL parents sign and date the accident & incident forms on day of accident/incident. o ALL sheets are signed off by manager or in her absence deputy manager. o Training will be initiated with staff immediately if it is found in the course of daily inspection that any of the above are not being achieved. (Status: Ongoing) • The Accident and Incident Policy was reviewed and redistributed to staff. The service will continue to review the policy as part of our QIPP. (Status: Ongoing but bulk of review will be carried out during January 2025)

18 November 2024

Small Steps, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) The registered provider did not ensure the staff roster was reflective of the adults who were working in the service as evidence by the following: o Two staff members who worked in the service were not included in the roster. This was identified as a non-compliance on the last inspection held on the 15 November 2022 and actions put in place failed to prevent a recurrence

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action: a new staff roster has been updated. Preventive action: the service has designated a staff member with the task of updating the staff roster on a weekly basis and this will be distributed to staff and displayed in the rooms

14 November 2024

St Joseph's ECDS, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(g) The services’ policies and procedures were reviewed during the inspection. However, there was no policy in relation to use of internet and recording of photographs. All other required policies, procedures and statement of the service were available on request. (k) Details of accident, injury or incident involving a pre-school child were available. A sample of six accident and incident records were reviewed on the day of the inspection. Five out of six of the accident and incident records reviewed did not have the date that parents were informed of the incident documented

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (g) A draft policy has been developed by the service for the use of photographs, videos and internet. (k) Accident and incident records have been dated. Preventive Actions (g) To review policies and procedures regularly. (k) Discussed at recent staff meeting the importance of having records signed and dated

6 November 2024

Cuddles 'n' Care, Dublin 9 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) (j) The services’ medication records were reviewed on the day of the inspection. A sample of ten medication administration records were reviewed. Four out of ten medication administration records reviewed on the day of inspection did not have a parent’s signature. This was not in line with the services policy

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action Parents signed the medication forms that were incomplete. Preventive Action The service will ensure that medication forms will be filled out correctly and checked each time. Staff and parents were reminded that these forms must be filled correctly

23 October 2024

Mead Day Care Centre, Dublin 13 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) The registered provider did not ensure that the details of a staff roster were kept and available for inspection. There was no staff roster available for review. (k) A sample of eight accident and incident records were reviewed as part of the inspection. On one of the 10 accident and incident records reviewed there was no parent signature recorded to show that the parent had been informed on the day of the accident/incident. It is important that parents/guardians are informed of any accident/incident relating to their child so they can monitor their child appropriately

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Actions (1)(i) Staff Roster is now available, and all staff start times and finish times/ lunch in/out are recorded. A copy of this was emailed to inspector two days after inspection. (k) Staff meeting has been held in relation to this non-compliance on November 4th when manager returned to the service from unplanned leave. As nine of the ten accident and incident records had been signed by parents, the staff are aware of the importance of getting signatures from parents to confirm that they have been informed of any accident or incident which occurred. This (non-signing) will not happen again. Preventive Actions (i) Staff Roster available for staff to complete themselves when the manager (who was absent at the time of Inspection), is not available. (k) Staff Meeting and awareness

14 October 2024

Little Harvard Child Care Ltd, Dublin 14 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(i) There was no staff roster available to demonstrate the adult: child ratio on a daily basis and to demonstrate there was sufficient cover for breaks, holidays and sick leave

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) A staff roster was immediately completed and printed for display in the crèche, including staff holidays, sick leave and cover breaks. Local Management will ensure rosters are completed during the preceding week including all staff holidays, sick leave and break covers will be recorded. Senior Management will closely monitor the completion of rosters in a timely fashion

8 October 2024

NCR Childcare, Dublin 1 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) A sample of two medication administration records containing three administrations were reviewed. The required details were not completed on any of the records sampled including; • One record which detailed one administration did not contain the child’s surname, date of birth, name of the medication to be administered, dosage or the time to be given. • One record which detailed two administrations did not contain the name of the medication to be administered, dosage or time at which the medication should be given. (k) A sample of eleven accident and incident records were reviewed. The required details were not completed on nine of the records sampled including; • Six records did not contain the date of birth of the child. • Three records did not contain the surname of the child. • Two records did not contain the signature of the service manager. • Two records did not contain the signature of the parent acknowledging they had been told of the accident

Provider's corrective action:

(j) All staff have been shown and made aware of the necessity to complete all sections of the form when administrating medication to a child as set out in our policy and procedure. A staff colleague will cross check with the staff member to ensure that all sections of the medication administration form are fully completed as set out in the policy and procedure. (k) The Accident and Incident records have been updated with all relevant information. Staff have been shown and made fully aware of the necessity to complete all sections of the Accident and Incident records fully

1 October 2024

Ollie's Montessori & After School Club, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1) The registered provider did not ensure the following: (g) There was no Inclusion policy available, which is required under Regulation 10, detailed in Schedule 5. (k) From a sample of 12 records reviewed, a full record in writing for accidents and incidents was not consistently maintained, for example: o Two records did not have a parent’s signature. o Two records did not have details of the staff member completing the form. o One record was not dated

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (1)(g) The service inclusion policy wasn’t on the premises at the time of the inspection as it was being reviewed as part of the Quality Improvements processes. (k) Staff were re-trained in the completion and maintenance of accident / incident reports and the importance of completing them correctly and having parents signing them was highlighted. This is now being done through the service management system using a software package. Preventive Action (1)(g) Staff and Managers have been informed that Copies of the Policy Documents cannot be removed from the premises/facility. If people need a copy for work outside the premises a request should be sent by email and a copy of the document will be sent. (1)(k) All future accidents/incidents will be recorded on a digital form in the software application. This form will be sent automatically (by email) to the parents for signature and to the registered provider for counter signature. Once the report in entered on the software, all parties involved need to counter sign before the report can be closed on the system

27 September 2024

Drumnigh Montessori Primary School, Dublin 5 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of twelve accident and incident record forms were reviewed, and the following was observed; • The form does not have space to record the child’s date of birth. This is required to ensure the correct child can be identified if the record is required in future. • The child’s surname was not recorded on two forms. This is required to ensure the correct child can be identified if the record is required in future. • One record did not contain the signature of the child’s parent acknowledging they had been advised of the accident. This posed a risk to the child

Provider's corrective action:

(k) A meeting was held on 3/10/2024 with staff members. All staff are to now record full name and date of birth on the accident/incident report forms. A review of the template of accident and incident report form will be completed by the board and any required updates will be adopted by the board for mandatory use in required circumstances and communicated to staff. All previous versions of the template will be disposed of

26 September 2024

DJ's Playschool, Dun Laoghaire · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(h) Details of the attendance of each child in the service was not recorded

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(h) Details of children attending the service are now recorded as they enter the premises, rather than later in the morning once everyone had settled, as we had been doing previously. Continue to record children as they enter. Assigning one staff member each morning to complete the task and be responsible for ensuring attendance details are recorded in real time

18 September 2024

Eco Kidz Sportsco, Dublin 4 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of twelve accident and incident records were reviewed; four records were not completed with the following information. o Two accident and incident records did not include the signature of the parent. o Two accident and incident records which included the parent’s signature however these records did not include the date the parent had signed. A similar non-compliance was observed during the previous inspection in March 2023 and the corrective and preventive actions have not been sustained

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action Management had a meeting with the team to talk about the accident and incidents and went through all the information that needed to be included on the form, to make sure that staff know how to fill out the form. It was explained that the parents need to sign and date this form. Preventive Action Management will make sure that during the training days, one of the topics will be “accident and incident reports,” where management will go through which part of the document to explain how to fill it out. Any new team members joining this year will have this as part of their initial training

9 September 2024

First Steps Creche and Montessori, Dublin 3 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) The number of children present in the service was not recorded accurately, as follows – • In the Toddler room between at 10.00am and 10.22am, only 7 children were present but 8 children were recorded in the electronic application as one child who left for an appointment was not marked as absent. • In the Preschool room between 8.16am and 10.19am, 10 children were present but 11 children were recorded in the electronic application. (i) The roster did not reflect the presence of the registered provider in the service. (j) On review of five medicine administration forms sampled, the following information was missing: • The parent’s signature acknowledging administration of the medication was missing on three forms. • The date of the parents signature was missing on one form. • The date of the staff members signature was missing on four forms • The name of the medication administered was missing on two forms (k) On review of ten accident and incident record forms sampled, the following information was missing: • The parent’s signature was missing on seven forms. • The date of the parent’s signature was missing on three forms • The service managers signature was missing on six forms. • The date of the manager’s signature was missing on four forms

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (h) The registered provider had a meeting with the team post inspection the importance of accuracy when roll taking was spoken about. Particularly in relation to Fire & evacuation. The attendance roll must reflect the correct number of children on the premises at all times. After the meeting each staff member re-read the points of the policy and were given an opportunity to ask any questions. Once everyone was of agreement and they understood this policy it was signed and dated by each staff member. (i) The registered provider is now back on ratio in Pre-School room and this will be reflected on roster going forward. (j) Post inspection the service reverted back to using physical medicine administration books as the electronic application enables too many inaccuracies. The Service found a new Medicine Administration book and an Accident/Incident book in basement so started using these straight away. The service has also purchased a further two new books to have at hand if needed. Staff were all re-introduced to these books and as a team they all went through what was needed to be filled out in the best interest of the child’s health and safety and also what would be needed to keep up with compliance. (k) The service has reverted back to physical Accident & Incident record form books as it will provide more accurate detail that was previously missing. Parents will be notified on the electronic application that an accident/incident occurred and they will be provided with a copy of the physical form at pick up time. After parent is satisfied with all information on it, it will be signed and dated by both parent and manager. Parents can then take their copy home with them and a copy will be left in the book for service files. Preventive Action (h) The Manager will periodically check numbers in rooms on daily basis against roll on electronic application to ensure numbers are correct and there are no oversights with roll taking. Continue to train staff on ‘Children’s Roll policy’ on a regular basis. (i) The deputy manager will run weekly roster by the registered provider to ensure they are added to it each day/week before posting to notice board. (j) Now with use of physical books the registered provider can more easily check that all dates and signatures are in place before the final sign off of forms. This will eliminate any missing information on forms going forward. Staff training on the correct procedure for filling out such forms will be addressed at each Team meeting going forward. (k) Now with use of physical books, the manager can more easily check that all dates and signatures are in place before the final sign off of forms. This will eliminate any missing information on forms going forward. Staff training on the correct procedure for filling out such forms will be addressed at each Team meeting going forward

25 June 2024

Silveracre Montessori & Afterschool Club, Dublin 14 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) The form used to record medication administration did not include a section for a second staff signature. This is not in line with service policy that advises staff must have a second person witness the medicine being administered and the second person will countersign the form. One recent medication record was available to review and did not include a second staff signature. (k) A sample of 15 accident and incident records were reviewed. Seven were not signed by a parent/guardian confirming they were informed of the accident. Records are required to be completed in full

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action (j) Software provider contacted to allow second staff signature on application. (k) All parents have been asked to sign the forms. Forms were resent with a request to sign. Preventive Action (j) We now have facility to put two signatures on the application. (k) A staff member has been assigned to oversee all accident and incidents on a daily basis and to make sure all forms are signed. All staff were also asked to report any incidents to this designated person. Parents were sent a letter explaining how the software application works and emphasised was placed on the importance of signing all incident reports sent to them

10 June 2024

Creative Kids Learning Centre Limited, Dublin 12 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) Written records of accidents and incidents which occurred in the service that were available on the day of inspection were insufficient. A number of the forms reviewed did not contain evidence that the information had been shared with parents as no parental signature was available. This may effect the continuity of care to a child following an accident

Provider's corrective action:

No response was submitted by the registered provider

27 May 2024

Simbas Childcare Limited, Blackrock · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) There were no written records which adequately detailed accidents and incidents which occurred in the service available on the day of inspection

Provider's corrective action:

The provider discussed with the service manager that all accidents including minor incidents must be recorded on the online application in use and shared with parents. To date for this current year the service has had no accidents or incidents that they felt warranted an accident report, however going forward the service will be taking records on the application of any incident in the future. The service implemented a system that when any incident occurs the staff member must inform the manager and follow through with a detailed report

22 May 2024

Respond Early Years Service, Ard Mor, Dublin 24 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of ten accident and incident records were reviewed. Some of these records were incomplete as follows; - Four of these records were not signed by parents. - Seven records had no second staff signature. Failure to record accident and incidents correctly and to ensure that parents have been informed of an injury to their child may pose a risk to the continuity of care of the child

Provider's corrective action:

(k) At our next staff meeting we discussed the procedure for when an accident or incident occurs within the service. When the incident happens, it is reported to the manager and the child is supported, first aid is applied where required. We then proceed to complete the accident/incident report form. Care must be taken to ensure that all areas of the form are completed and all necessary signatures obtained. A new accident and Incident book was purchased. Manager placed stickers on the front of the book out lining the procedure to follow when completing the form. • White page to the parent • Pink page remains in the book • Yellow page is placed into the children’s file

10 May 2024

Naíonra an Chulilinn, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k)On review of 10 accident and incident records available the following information was missing: o The date of the parent’s signature was not recorded on six forms. o The manager’s signature and date of signature was not recorded on four forms

Provider's corrective action:

(k) The incident report book for the service has been reviewed by all staff members. Staff will ensure that every parent includes the date when signing a report. The manager will sign and date all incidents in the service. This action has been implemented and it will be monitored by the service manager

22 April 2024

Ronanstown Community Childcare Centre, Dublin 22 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) Two children from the Early Start Preschool room who attend another service from 12:00 to 14:20 were not recorded as having left the service during this time. Failure to accurately record attendance poses a risk to the safe evacuation of children in the event of a fire. (i) The staff roster on the day did not accurately reflect the number of adults working and present in the service. There was no documentary evidence of planning for sufficient cover to maintain the required staffing levels at all times. There were twelve staff members working directly with the children on the day of inspection and only seven of these were on the staff roster for the day. (j) A sample of eleven medication administration records were reviewed. Some of these records were incomplete. Four of these records were not signed by a second staff member and five records were not signed by a parent, contrary to the service’s administration of medicine policy. Failure to have medication administration witnessed and to ensure that parents have been informed of the administration of medication poses a risk to the children. This non-compliance was present on the last inspection on 24 April 2023. The corrective and preventive actions as stated by the registered provider failed to prevent recurrence of this non-compliance. (k) A sample of accident and incident records were reviewed and were not completed adequately. Seven records were not signed by a parent and two records had no staff signature. Failure to ensure that parents have been informed of an injury to their child may pose a risk to the continuity of care of the child

Provider's corrective action:

(h) Spoke to the staff about their responsibility of keeping the children safe by signing the children in and out every time they leave the centre and how important it was -fire/fire drilIs etc. All staff were retrained to do this on online application. (i) The staff roster has been updated to the needs of the centre. We will continue to update the roster of any changes in the future. (j) Staff were retrained on all of this, we spoke about the importance of having a member of management present when giving medication, a member of the management and another staff member signing off on the forms, informing the parents and asking them to sign the forms to give permission for medication to be given to their children. Staff were retrained on this on online application. (k) All staff have been retrained on this and we spoke about the importance of staff taking responsibility to inform the parents of any accident or incident their children may have while in our care and forms must always be signed off by a staff member, parent, and a member of the childcare management team. Staff were retrained on this on online application

28 February 2024

Daisy Days Childcare Ltd, Dublin 3 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(k) A sample of 15 accident and incident records were reviewed; of these five did not contain the signature of the service manager confirming they were aware of the accident, and one did not contain any signatures at all including the staff member completing the form, service manager or parent. Accurate and complete records are required to be kept in relation to all accidents which occur within the service

Provider's corrective action:

(k) Staff have been spoken to about the correct completion of these records. A new policy has been drafted and all staff have signed to say they have read the policy

26 February 2024

Missus Tatty's Nursery Ltd, Dublin 15 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(j) The registered provider did not ensure a full record in writing with signed parental consent for the administration of medication was maintained. Following a review of a sample of ten records, four did not have a parent’s signature acknowledging that the child had received medication. This could potentially increase the risk of under or overdosing on medication

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action The service will no longer solely use an online software application for medical pre-consent and medical administration. Following feedback from parents, the service have decided to use a hard copy administration of medication record book. The pre consent will be signed at drop off if parent brings in medication that needs to be administered. The parent will sign the acknowledgement of medicine administered when they collect their child. If a child needs anti febrile medicine during the day they will call the parent and they will need to sign pre-consent on the online software application system, and it will be noted in the medication record book. Then the parent will sign the acknowledgement of anti-febrile medicine at collection time. The service also maintains pre-consent for anti-febrile medicine on all children’s child records forms that attend the service. Preventive Action The service have briefed the staff on the use of the hard copy administration of medication book. They sent out a document to parents and staff regarding the change from online software to a physical book. Room heads and management will ensure pre-consent and administration are signed by staff and parents

15 January 2024

Little Wonders Pre-School, Balbriggan · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(a) In respect of 2 staff members, there was no recorded history of past employment and relevant experience available for inspection. Therefore, it was not possible to determine whether the available references had been obtained from their most recent employers in accordance with Regulation 9(2)(a), (b) and (d)

Provider's corrective action:

Corrective Action
Regarding information on staff manager now has references in place and validated. Along with CVs. Preventive Action
Manager will continue to make sure that there will always be 2 references in place and validated along with CVS on all staff members

10 January 2024

Eden Early Learning Centre, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(1)(i) There was no staff roster available

Provider's corrective action:

(1)(i) A staff roster is now available. Now a routine function carried out by management

6 September 2023

Mercy Family Centre, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(j) Details of medication administered to children was not available for inspection. (k) While it is acknowledged that one accident / incident form dated 23rd August 2023 was available for review, no further record of incidents that occurred within the service were available
(b) The registered provider did not retain the required records relating to children and the medications administered and any accidents or incidents that occurred within the previous two years as per the regulations. Action submitted by the Registered Provider

Provider's corrective action:

(j) In response to the non-compliances the service has stated that all Medicine Consent and Administration Records will be signed and available when/if medication is administered. All Medicine Consent and Administration Record files will be held on location for the period of two years as per regulations. (k) All accident/ incident report form records will be signed and available when/if an accident/incident is reported. All accident/ incident report form records will be held on location for the period of two years as per regulations
The service will retain all records relating to the medications administered or any accidents/incidents recorded for the period of 2 years as per regulations. The service have updated all staff on the requirements of regulation 16 that Medicine Consent and Administration Records or accident/ incident records must be held for the period of 2 years. Summary Comment The service has addressed the non-compliances through the corrective and preventive actions taken

23 May 2023

An Cosán Early Years Youthreach, Dublin 7 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h)The attendance records for the children in the Toddler room were not completed until 10.30am, after the inspector asked to see the attendance record

Provider's corrective action:

With immediate effect, all children are signed in on arrival. With immediate effect, staff gather all paperwork and pens needed beforehand to prevent any signing-in delays

15 May 2023

Eala Og Childcare Centre, Dublin 8 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) In the pre-school room eight children were present and only seven children were recorded on the room register

Provider's corrective action:

All staff have been spoken to regarding signing in children and signing out children. The room leader is responsible to ensure all children are signed in on arrival and out on departure. The Project leader is responsible for carrying out spot checks to ensure it is recorded accordingly

22 March 2023

ABA Preschool Academy, Dublin 18 · Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service

(h) Details of the attendance of each child were not recorded at the time of entering the service. At 10:15 none of the six children present had been signed in on the attendance record. This posed a risk to the safe evacuation of children in the event of a fire

Provider's corrective action:

All children will be marked in as they arrive. All staff were reminded of the importance of marking children in immediately upon arrival and agree this is the way it will happen moving forward

Regulation 16 in other counties