Regulation 29 in Westmeath
Premises: 4 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.
16 February 2026
Mullingar Montessori & After School Care Ltd, Mullingar · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (c) 1. The environmental temperature in Rooms 1 and 2 was not maintained between 18°- 22° Celsius as evidenced by the following observations: Room 1 • At 10:41 am the environmental temperature was recorded at 13.9° Celsius. The staff member in the room was asked to have the heating switched on as the two radiators in the room were cold to touch. It was also observed that the door to the outdoor area was not securing properly and was open. The temperature was monitored and increased to 17.8° Celsius at 11:46 am. • At 12:20 hours the room temperature was recorded at 15.6° Celsius; the door to the outdoor area was observed to be open. Room 2 • At 11:26 am the environmental temperature was recorded at 15.1° Celsius. The windows were requested to be closed by the inspector and the air conditioning unit switched on to heat the room. At 11:45 am the environmental temperature was recorded at 19.9° Celsius
Provider's corrective action:
- (c) 1. Two air conditioning units have been fitted in Room s 1 and 2 to maintain the correct environmental temperatures
4 November 2025
Children of Lir Multyfarnham Children Services, Multyfarnham · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (c) Room occupancy temperature of 18 to 22 degrees Celsius was not maintained in the children’s and staff sanitary accommodation. At 11:00 the temperature of the children’s sanitary accommodation was recorded at 15.3 degrees Celsius. It is acknowledged that upon the request of the inspector the person in charge took a corrective action and turned the electric radiator on in the children’s sanitary accommodation. At 12:00 the temperature of the sanitary accommodation was recorded at 16.6 degrees Celsius
Provider's corrective action:
- Additional electric blow heaters are kept on in the sanitary accommodation throughout the day. Management had a plumber on site to cost the work needed to bring the oil heating to this area. All of the above works are pending the cost and the availability of grants for the completion of this work. Management have been in contact with the Enterprise Centre, Westmeath County Childcare Committee and the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment in relation to available funding and as soon as management have funding the works will be completed. When all works are completed the issue will be resolved
20 May 2025
Dunaree Childcare & Pre-school LTD, Tyrellspass · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (d) 1. The wooden perimeter fence in the rear outdoor area was stained and had evidence of peeling paint in several areas
Provider's corrective action:
- 1. Fence in rear play area will be painted over the summer months when weather permits
14 May 2025
Juniper Tree Autism Services Ltd T/A Sundancers, Castlepollard · Regulation 29 — Premises
- (c) Room occupancy temperature of 18 to 22 degrees Celsius was not maintained in the playroom. At 10:15 the temperature of the playroom was recorded at 24.7 degrees Celsius by the services’ digital thermometer. It is acknowledged that the person in charge took a corrective action and turned the radiators off in the playroom. At 12:00 the temperature of the playroom was recorded at 24.1 degrees Celsius by the services’ digital thermometer. (d) The outdoor play area was not maintained and repaired as required. • There were gaps in the side gate where the bolts were placed and strained by use. The gate required replacement. • The wooden fence surrounding the outdoor play area required painting with a wood protector paint. • An exposed wooden post was noted in the fence which required to be rendered smooth and painted. • The two playhouses in the outdoor play area were worn due to exposure to the elements and required cleaning. • The mat on the left-hand side of the playroom was stained and required cleaning. • The couch in the playroom was ripped and required repair. • The toilet seat was missing from the toilet in the second cubicle in the sanitary accommodation. (e) The mechanical ventilation was not working in both cubicles in the sanitary accommodation
Provider's corrective action:
- (c) All radiators were turned off and all windows and doors opened. Staff to ensure all radiators are turned off during hot weather and the room is well aired out before children arrive. A fan to be kept in storage for exceptional hot weather. (d) • A carpenter was employed to fix the gate and replace the bolts. • Outside fence and inside walls and woodwork to be painted before 11th July 2025. • Exposed post is now rendered smooth • Playhouses removed & replacement bought. • Mat washed - stain did not come out so mat removed. • Couch in the playroom removed and new ordered. • Toilet seat replaced. (e) The mechanical ventilation fans did work after inspection but do need to be changed. Electrician sourced to replace fans. The electrician will not be able to do this until the end of July. Management to ensure the fans are cleaned regularly and annual check by an electrician