Regulation 21 in Westmeath
Equipment and Materials: 2 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.
14 May 2026
Bright Beginnings, Mullingar · Regulation 21 — Equipment and materials
- The chairs for children attending the wobbler room were not age and stage appropriate and suitable for the children in attendance. The chairs did not provide an appropriate fit for the children. The children could not place their feet on the floor which was necessary to provide a suitable base of support to the child
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered providers stated in the response that new tables and chairs were ordered that are age and stage appropriate and adjustable. (Receipt included) Summary Comment In respect of corrective actions taken documentary evidence was submitted to the office of the Early Years Inspectorate reviewed by the Early Years Inspector and deemed to meet regulatory compliance
20 January 2026
Waddlers and Toddlers, Rathowen · Regulation 21 — Equipment and materials
- 1. The chairs and tables in Toddler/Junior Preschool room were not the correct fit for each other as the chairs were too low and the tables were too high
Provider's corrective action:
- 1. Four new tables have been bought the junior preschool room