Regulation 29 in Roscommon
Premises: 9 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.
10 July 2026
Frenchpark and Districts Childcare CLG, Frenchpark · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) The ceiling in the outdoor sanitary area had missing tiles and required replacement
Provider's corrective action:
- The manager of the service submitted a written response to state. (d) The missing ceiling tiles in the outdoor sanitary area were replaced following the inspection. The area was checked following completion to ensure the ceiling was intact and in a suitable state of repair. The condition of ceilings, walls and other structural finishes will be included in routine premises and maintenance inspections. Any damage or missing tiles identified will be recorded on the maintenance log and addressed promptly. Management will monitor outstanding maintenance items to ensure they are completed within an appropriate time frame
13 May 2026
Elphin Montessori Preschool, Elphin · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) A section of the wall in one of the children’s sanitary accomodation had evidence of flaking paint and dampness and required attention to enable effective cleaning
Provider's corrective action:
- The person in charge submitted a written response to the office of the early years inspectorate to advise that the wall in the children sanitary accomodation has been sanded down wall, sealer has been applied and it has been repainted and this will be assessed on a regular basis
10 April 2026
Wonder Years, Athlone · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) The wall mounted heater in the Gingerbread room was leaking water and required repair or replacement
Provider's corrective action:
- (d)The registered provider submitted a written response to the office of the early years inspectorate to advise that the faulty heater and shirting board has been replaced, and this will be checked on a weekly basis
25 March 2026
Nurtures Best Creche CLG, Tarmonbarry · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (c) The air temperature in the Bumblebees room was measured at 14.5°C and 16.5°C at times during the inspection and not between the required 18-22°C. (d) 1. A section of the linoleum floor covering in the Butterflies room sanitary area was lifting upwards and not appropriately secured to the floor. 2. The divider/partition between the toilet cubicles in the Butterflies room sanitary area was damaged and required repair. 3. The door handle on the internal door to the first-floor stairway was damaged and required repair. 4. A large awning positioned over the main entrance to the premises was not maintained in a clean condition. 5.There were sections of the wooden surround on the windows at the front of the premises which were cracked, worn and missing and required replacement/repair
Provider's corrective action:
- The person in charge submitted a written response to state (c) The Air temperature in the Bumblebees Room dropped due to our ventilation process this returned to required temperature once all windows and doors were closed and staff have been briefed on checking room temperature whilst ventilating the room to ensure the temperature does not drop below the requirements. Regular maintenance spot checks by the Manager will now commence. (d) 1. The linoleum in Butterfly room has been taped/secured to prevent trip hazards until a full repair is carried out due for completion on 15/05/2026. The maintenance log has been updated to show the action needed. 2. The divider/partition between cubicles in the Butterfly room sanitary area will be repaired, due for completion on 04/08/2026. The maintenance log has been updated to show the action needed. 3. The door handle on the internal door to the first floor has been replaced. The maintenance log has been updated to reflect the repair. 4. The large awning over the front door has been removed and taken away. The maintenance log has been updated to reflect the completion. 5. Sections of wooden surround on the windows at the front of the premises have been removed and a new façade exterior replacement, is due for completion by 29/05/2026. The maintenance log has been updated to show the action needed
9 January 2026
St. Fidelma's Childcare Centre, Tulsk · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) There was a very strong odour of stagnant water emanating from one of the toilet cubicles in the sanitary accommodation off the blue room which requires further investigation and remedial action to be taken to address the odour
Provider's corrective action:
- The manager of the service submitted a written response to the office of the early years inspectorate to advise that a plumber has been in to rectify the issue and it will be monitored to ensure there are no malodours in this area
22 October 2025
Reiltini Roxboro Playschool, Derrane · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) The light fittings in the sanitary area off preschool room 1 had evidence of dust and dead flies and required cleaning
Provider's corrective action:
- The manager submitted a written response to state (d) The light fittings in the sanitary area off preschool room 1 has been cleaned and regular checking of light fittings will take place and any matters needing addressing will be brought to the managers attention by the staff
14 July 2025
Tangier Tots, Boyle · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) The handle of a warm water tap on one of the sinks in the sanitary unit off the Moonbeams playroom was missing and required replacement. It is acknowledged that staff removed this sink from use by the children during the inspection
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider advised in writing that: Corrective and Preventive Action The taps have been replaced and are fully functioning. A daily classroom safety checklist has been implemented to identify potential hazards and detect any equipment malfunctions before they pose a risk
21 May 2025
Juniper Tree Autism Services Ltd., Athlone · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) There was evidence of chipped paint and staining on the walls in preschool room one and the nappy changing area. The foot operated bins in the preschool rooms were not maintained in a clean, hygienic condition with evidence of staining and the flip top bin in the hand washing area off the nappy changing area was broken. The mechanical ceiling vents in the staff sanitary area and the hand washing area off the nappy changing area had evidence of dust and debris. The wooden flooring in the storage shed in the outdoor area was rotten and uneven in sections and required replacement. A space between the wooden shed and the main premises required cleaning as there was evidence of dead leaves and paper strewn in this space. There was evidence of disposal paper hand towel on the window frames in preschool room one and it was advised that this was in place to exclude draughts. (e) Inadequate sanitary facilities were provided for the staff with a child sized toilet provided for adult use
Provider's corrective action:
- The person in charge submitted a written response to advise (d) The walls have been repainted in the preschool rooms. The foot operated bins have been replaced. The ceiling vents have been cleaned. The wooden flooring in the shed has been replaced. and the space between the shed and wall has been cleaned out. All windows have been checked and tightened to ensure there are no drafts. (e) The landlord has been contacted and requested to provide a hand washing sink in the nappy changing area so as to enable the staff to use that adult size toilet which had been adapted as a nappy changing facility since the previous inspection of the service
12 March 2025
Gingerbread Preschool, Athlone · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (c)The wall under the window and the windowsill in the preschool room had evidence of chipped paint
Provider's corrective action:
- (c) The registered provider submitted a written response on 25th of April to advise that the chipped paint of the wall under the window and the windowsill has been sanded and repainted and the registered provider will check for chipped paint regularly and carry out necessary repair or repaint during children’s holidays