Regulation ? in Dublin
Regulation not named in the report text: 52 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 June 2026
Little Scholars, Dublin 12 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The registered provider did not notify the Agency in writing of the following changes; The number of children the service can accommodate at one time and the opening hours of the service. The service is registered to provide care to a maximum of 36 children, however on the morning of inspection there were 37 children present. The service is operating their service between 7:45am -5:30pm but is registered to operate from 8am-5:30pm. This was a non-compliance on the last inspection on 1 December 2024. The service has been referred into the Services Operating Outside of Registration Department (SOORS)
Provider's corrective action:
- The building has been regularised, and all required documentation has been submitted to SOORS. The service is currently awaiting an inspection from Building Control Management System (BCMS). The person in charge will follow up with BCMS every two weeks until the inspection is completed, and all correspondence and outcomes will be recorded to ensure the action is progressed to completion. No further preventive actions can be implemented at this stage, as the service is awaiting an inspection and outcome from BCMS. The person in charge will maintain regular contact with BCMS and monitor progress until the inspection has been completed and any recommendations arising are addressed
3 June 2026
Isabella's Childcare, Dublin 9 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not ensure that a notification regarding the change of the person in charge was submitted to the Agency. It is acknowledged that a notification for this change in circumstance was submitted on the day of the inspection
Provider's corrective action:
- A CIC application was submitted and approved, and management will ensure all changes are submitted in a timely manner and in advance where possible
19 May 2026
Blooming Lillies Early Education Centre Ltd, Dublin 11 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The service is registered to operate from 08:30am: 14:00pm and 13:00pm: 16:00pm. On the day of inspection, the registered provider informed the inspector that the service operates 08:30am:14:00pm and 13:00pm :16:30pm The registered provider did not furnish the agency in writing of any proposed changes to the operational hours of the sessional service
Provider's corrective action:
- A change in circumstances has been submitted through the Tusla portal
15 May 2026
Coco's Creche & Montessori, Blackrock · Regulation not named in the report text
- The registered provider failed to notify the inspectorate of a change in the number of children attending the service. There were 38 children present in the service when the inspector arrived. An additional child arrived at 10.03am, increasing the number to 39. Staff informed the inspector that the max number on any given day was 9 in the Baby room, 19 in the Montessori room, and 12 in the Toddler room. The service is currently registered to cater for 37 children and as such was found to be operating outside of the terms of their registration
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider stated the following corrective and preventive actions: The service immediately reviewed children’s attendance numbers and checked their register. They contacted parents to confirm children’s holiday and attendance. The attendance records have been reviewed to ensure numbers remain within the required capacity. The service responded to the email from SOORS to ensure them they are now back within their required capacity. All bookings, holidays and changes to attendance will be double checked and confirmed in advance. The service will continue to monitor daily attendance numbers closely to ensure the setting remains within the required limits
13 May 2026
Little Rainbows Santry, Santry · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency of a change in service type. Documentation was available that established that five children had attended the service whilst they were under the age of one year old. The age profile the service is registered for is for children in the 1-to-6-year age range. Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the area manager, person in charge, staff and children who were present on the day of the inspection. Statutory Notices Notice Date Served Detail Improvement Notice IN 0344 13/05/2026 Documentation available and the storage of prescribed emergency medication for four children was insufficient which posed a significant risk of safe administration of medication. Status Action was taken by the person in charge immediately following the issue of the notice and the person in charge submitted a written response which detailed corrective and preventive actions which were accepted by the inspectorate
13 May 2026
St. Nicholas Montessori Merrion, Dublin 4 · Regulation not named in the report text
- 1. Notification in writing of a change in relation to the registered provider was not submitted to the inspectorate as required. 2. Notification in writing of a change in relation to the person in charge was not submitted to the inspectorate as required
Provider's corrective action:
- As submission was made by the service which stated that a change in circumstance form was submitted to the inspectorate on 2 June 2026 for a nominated person in charge. Going forward any change of circumstances will be submitted 60 days in advance
5 May 2026
St. Nicholas Montessori School Blackrock, Blackrock · Regulation not named in the report text
- 1. Notification in writing was not submitted to the inspectorate as required, of a change in relation to the registered provider. 2. Notification in writing was not submitted to the inspectorate as required, of the appointment of a new person in charge in the service
Provider's corrective action:
- A submission was made by the service which stated that a change in circumstance form was submitted to the inspectorate on 2 June 2026 for a nominated person in charge
5 May 2026
Whitechurch Montessori, Dublin 16 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) There was evidence to show that the registered provider had failed to submit a change of circumstance (CIC) form to the inspectorate to notify of the following changes. o The service is registered to offer care to children aged 3 to 6 years old. However, through discussion with staff and documentary evidence available showed that three children under the age of 3 years had been attending the service. o The service is registered to operate between the hours of 9:00am to 12:00pm. However, through discussion with staff and documentary evidence available showed that the service had been operating between the hours of 8:30am to 12:00pm
Provider's corrective action:
- 1. A Change of Circumstances Form was submitted to Tusla on the evening after the inspection took place. Tusla subsequently approved the application. The registered provided has reviewed the circumstances that led to the non-compliance and has implemented a process to ensure that all proposed changes are reviewed against Statutory Notices Notice Date Served Detail Immediate Action Notice IAN 0342 05/05/2026 Evidence of police vetting was not available for one adult who required it. The adult had access and was working directly with children. Status Action was taken by the registered provider immediately following service of the Notice and the provider submitted a written response with detailed corrective and preventative actions which were accepted by the inspectorate. Police vetting must be submitted to the inspectorate prior to the person having access to the children
30 April 2026
Butterflies Community Playgroup, Dublin 11 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The service is registered to operate from 09:00am- 12.00pm. On the morning of inspection, the registered provider informed the inspector that the service operates 9:00-12:30pm. The registered provider did not furnish the agency in writing of any proposed changes to the operational hours of the sessional service
Provider's corrective action:
- Change in Circumstances was submitted to Tusla with immediate effect. Operating hours will be reviewed again in September by the registered provider in the event of any further changes taking place
28 April 2026
Cocobee Childcare, Dublin 18 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The registered providers failed to notify the agency of a change in the person in charge which occurred in December 2025. The agency must be informed of any such change at least sixty days before the proposed change
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered providers submitted the following corrective and preventative actions: All of the required documentation relating the change in circumstances for the person in charge were submitted to Tusla. Management has reviewed internal compliance procedures and will ensure that any future changes requiring Tusla notification are submitted within the required timeframe to prevent recurrence
23 April 2026
The Village Day Care & Montessori School Ltd, Dublin 22 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the Agency in writing of a change in the person in charge. The registered provider who is currently the person in charge confirmed to inspectors that they are rarely on the premises
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider has applied for a change in circumstance
7 April 2026
First Steps Academy Crèche & Montessori Ltd., Dublin 13 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The service failed to submit a change of circumstance form to the inspectorate to notify the change in person in charge which had occurred in November 2025. An internal referral was made to Tusla’s service operating outside of registered status (SOORS) department
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The Change of Circumstance Form relating to the change in Person in Charge has now been completed and submitted. The Registered Provider has reviewed all current governance and compliance documentation to ensure all prescribed information held by Tusla is accurate and up to date. A formal review meeting was held with senior management to address the non-compliance and reinforce regulatory obligations under the relevant regulations. Responsibility for all statutory notifications has now been formally assigned to a designated member of senior management with oversight by the Registered Provider
1 April 2026
Early Journeys, Dublin 9 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider was observed to be operating outside of their registered numbers without the approval of Tusla. The service is currently registered to provide care to 48 children on a full day care basis and 52 children on a sessional basis. Sixty-five children were registered to attend on a full day care basis on day one and two of the inspection, this increased to sixty-seven children by day 3 of inspection as two new children commenced in the service. The following was observed; o On day one of inspection 60 children were observed to be present during the morning session. o On day two of inspection 62 children were observed to be present during the morning session and 60 were present for the full day. o On day three of inspection 58 children were observed to be present for the full day. A review of attendance records dated between January and April 2026 demonstrated that this is an ongoing practice for the service and documentation available indicated that further children are scheduled to begin attending in the coming months. This is an ongoing non-compliance for the service for which the service was escalated to the national registration enforcement panel however the registered provider has failed to put corrective actions in place
Provider's corrective action:
- Enrolment was ceased with immediate effect, and no further admissions are being accepted at this time. A managed reduction plan has been introduced to ensure the service operates fully within the registered capacity of 48 full day care places. These actions were treated as a priority and implemented without delay to restore compliance and ensure the service remains operating within its registered conditions at all times. Review and strengthening of the admissions and enrolment policy to ensure that registered capacity limits are strictly adhered to at all times. Introduction of monthly internal compliance audits, with oversight at provider level. A formal commitment that any future intention to vary registered numbers will be subject to prior application and written approval from Tusla
19 March 2026
Jonix Educational Serivces, Dublin 5 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) On the day of the inspection the service was observed to be operating outside of its current registration status in relation to the age profile of the children registered to attend. The service is registered to cater for children between the ages of 3 to 6 years of age. On the day of the inspection there was one child in attendance who was not within the registered age group. An internal referral was made to Tusla’s service operating outside of registered status (SOORS) department
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The child’s school placement was delayed. Due to the circumstances the service made the considered decision to maintain his placement temporarily and exceptionally. This arrangement was intended solely as a short- term measure pending the school placement's availability, which is anticipated within the coming months. The remaining children in both classes are aged 3-6 years. The child has now been moved to an appropriate class
4 March 2026
Puddleducks Creche & Montessori, Dublin 18 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the Agency in writing of the change of person in charge, as required. The registered provider acknowledged that this was an oversight on his part. It was also acknowledged that a Change in Circumstances form for the newly appointed person in charge was submitted on the day of inspection
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) A Change of Circumstances form for the newly appointed person in charge was submitted on the day of inspection. This will be done ahead of any changes in future
4 March 2026
Tigers Childcare & Nexus Preschool, Dublin 16 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) On the day of the inspection the service was observed to be operating outside of its current registration status in relation to the age profile of the children registered to attend. The service is registered to cater for children between the ages of 2 to 6 years of age. On the day of the inspection there were two children in attendance who were not within the registered age group. An internal referral was made to Tusla’s service operating outside of registered status (SOORS) department
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The service is currently engaged in the SOORs process. Two children over the age of six are currently attending as appropriate school placements are not available. In the absence of suitable alternatives, and to ensure the children’s wellbeing and continuity of care, the service have temporarily maintained their placement. While these children are above the usual age range, the service is implementing appropriate supports to meet their age and developmental stage. The service remains committed to full regulatory compliance and have strengthened our monitoring of enrolments to ensure adherence to age requirements. This matter has been Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of management, staff and children who were present on the day of the inspection
26 February 2026
Killinarden Family Resource Centre, Dublin 24 · Regulation not named in the report text
- 8(3) The registered provider named on the directory of services had retired. The recently appointed manager of the Family Resource Centre has been acting in the role of registered provider of the drop-in service. The Early Years Inspectorate was not notified of any related changes. The drop-in service is operating from 09:30-11:30. These hours are at variance to the times the service is registered to operate, 10:00-12:00. The Early Years Inspectorate was not notified of the change
Provider's corrective action:
- A change in circumstances application has been submitted to Tusla
19 February 2026
Roola Boola Creche & Montessori, Dublin 18 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the inspectorate in writing of the appointment of a new person in charge in the service
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider has stated that a long-standing member of staff has been formally appointed as person in charge. The registered provider has notified Tusla in writing of the appointment of the person in charge
26 January 2026
Discoveries Creche & Montessori, Dublin 18 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The registered provider failed to notify the agency of a change in the person in charge which occurred in June 2025. The agency must be informed of any such change at least sixty days before the proposed change. A sampling process was used to assess compliance under Regulation 16 Record in relation to pre-school service. Inspection findings are documented in the inspection report which is first issued in draft format to the service with an opportunity to respond to any findings. Where statutory requirements are identified as not being met, the registered provider must demonstrate how they have rectified the non-compliance and will prevent any non - compliance from re occurring. The Corrective Action and Preventive Action plan (CAPA) will be used to inform decisions about compliance with regulatory requirements. Where the registered provider fails to meet the statutory requirements an escalation process may be commenced. The inspectorate reserves the right to edit responses received for reasons including clarity, completeness and compliance with administrative and legal processes. The contents of the report are compiled by the inspectorate body. Acknowledgments The inspectors wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the registered provider, person in charge, staff and children who were present on the day of the inspection
14 January 2026
First Step Movements, Dublin 3 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1)(3) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: • The details in relation to the person in charge were at variance with the information listed on the national register. It was confirmed to the inspector by staff that the registered person in charge left the service in August 2025
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) (3)A manager has now been appointed, and the registered provider has submitted a notification of change of person to the Agency. A person in charge must be appointed before the previous manager leaves. A governance checklist has been set up so the registered provider can ensure all register details remain accurate and up to date
12 January 2026
The Embassy Montessori, Dublin 4 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the inspectorate of an increase in the number of children that were being accommodated in the service. The service is currently registered to have a maximum of 44 children aged from 2-6 years on a full day care basis. On the day of inspection there were 49 children present in the service aged from 2-6 years of age and 50 children registered
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) In response to the non-compliance the registered provider has stated that management immediately reviewed attendance and registration procedures and clarified with all staff that children must only attend the service in which they are registered and that the registered maximum number for each service must not be exceeded. Attendance records and procedures have been reviewed and reinforced. To prevent re-occurrence, the following measures have been implemented: • Attendance is maintained within the registration maximum of 44 children and will not be increased without prior approval from the Inspectorate. • Children will only attend the service in which they are registered. • The maximum number of children for each registered service will not be exceeded at any time. • A daily attendance monitoring system has been strengthened to ensure compliance. • Staff have received guidance regarding capacity requirements. • Management will oversee and monitor attendance daily to ensure ongoing compliance
9 December 2025
Nord Anglia International School Dublin, Dublin 18 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1)(3) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: • The operating hours of the service were at variance with the hours the service is registered to operate. The service is registered to operate from 07:45-14:30 but is currently operating core hours from 08:00- 14:30 with some preschool children being cared for until 15:30 or up to 18:00
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider submitted a change in circumstances form, and the change in hours of operation was approved The service will ensure all operational and contact information is up-to-date, accurate and communicated via CIC form as necessary
4 December 2025
Early Steps Playgroup, Dublin 24 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1)(3) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: The number of preschool children registered to attend the morning session at the preschool is 22. The service is registered to accommodate 21 preschool children at any given time
Provider's corrective action:
- The person in charge of the service has engaged with the Services operating outside their registration department and has made a change in circumstances application to regularise the numbers of children attending the service
26 November 2025
Best Bee Kids-Unit 1, Donabate · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: The current service type and operating hours of the service are at variance with the information on the National register. The service is currently operating a part time service from 9:15 am to 1:15 pm however the service is registered to operate from 9.00am to 12 midday and from 12:45pm to 3:45pm
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action
- 1. Immediate engagement with the Enforcement Department and SOORS department and submitted a detailed written explanation outlining how the non-compliance arose. They are currently awaiting further instruction from SOORS regarding the appropriate next steps to regularise the service. Preventive Action
- The circumstances that led to this non-compliance are time-bound and transitional in nature. Once the required planning permission is granted and implemented, the variance between operational practice and the National Register will no longer arise. In addition, the following preventative measures are in place: • Permanent resolution through planning regularisation The submission and approval of the planning application to permit continuous operation from 09:00–15:45 will permanently remove the underlying cause of the non-compliance, ensuring that service operation and registration details remain fully aligned going forward. • Governance review following service transition As part of this service transition, management will complete a comprehensive review of all regulatory, planning,
11 November 2025
Sticky Fingers, Dublin 15 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency of the following changes that occurred: The service is currently operating from two locations. • The first location is the two prefabricated cabin structures in the back garden of the registered address for the service. These cabins have not been approved for use by the agency. An internal Tusla referral was made to the Change of Circumstance office. • The second location is a leisure centre at a separate Eircode which has not been approved for use by the agency. An internal Tusla referral was made to the Services Operating Outside of Registration office. (3) Conversations with the registered provider confirmed that these changes had occurred at the end of June 2025 however they did not notify the agency in writing of the change as soon as possible thereafter
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) Management is in the process of gathering all the relevant documents required to register the new temporary premises and change in circumstances documents for cabins are in the process. Retention for planning permission is being submitted, and we will send the documents as soon as we have them. In future management will make sure that TUSLA are informed beforehand. (3) Management apologises for not notifying Tusla and will ensure any such instances are reported as soon as possible
4 November 2025
Naionra Bharra, Dublin 7 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Agency in writing of any proposed change in the details in relation to the pre-school service. The service was found to be operating a second room, Semora Eilís, from a prefabricated building on the premises which has not been approved by the Agency. Change in circumstances applications were submitted in 2022 and 2023, however these applications were not approved
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The registered provider submitted a change in circumstances (CIC) form to the inspectorate in December 2025
22 October 2025
Kilmore West Community Playgroup, Dublin 5 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The Inspectorate has not been notified of a number of changes to the services registration status as outlined as follows; • The person named as being the registered provider and the person in charge is no longer involved with the service. While a change in circumstances was submitted regarding this matter in May 2024, this was not approved by the Inspectorate. • The service was found to be operating outside of the hours that it is registered for. The service is registered to operate from 08:45 to 11:45 and 12:00 to 15:00, however on the day of inspection, the service was found to be operating from 08:45 to 13:00
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The Inspector received confirmation that the change of registered provider and person in charge and was approved in November 2025. The change in part time hours was approved in December 2025. As a preventive action the registered provider stated that all CIC applications will be submitted a minimum 60 days prior to any change taking place as required by Tusla inspectorate
1 October 2025
Prospect Montessori, Dublin 9 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency of the change in opening hours of the service. The service is registered to operate from 9.30am to 12.30pm but observation and documentary evidence indicate that the service operates from 9.00am to 12.00pm
Provider's corrective action:
- A CIC was submitted, and the registered provider offered assurances that the service is operating within their conditions of their planning permission
24 July 2025
Parkview Creche, Dublin 15 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (3) The registered provider did not notify the agency of the change of the person in charge in the service. The person in charge reported they commenced in the role of person in change in January 2025
Provider's corrective action:
- (3) The registered provider’s response did not contain any corrective or preventive actions to address this finding
15 July 2025
Safari Childcare, Rathfarnham · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered providers failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: The registered provider did not notify the agency in writing of a change in operational hours of the service. The service is currently registered to operate between the hours of 8:00am to 06:00pm, Monday to Friday. On the day of the inspection, the person in charge confirmed that the service has been operating from 07:30am to 06:30pm
Provider's corrective action:
- A Change in Circumstances was submitted to the Inspectorate on the 22 July 2025 and approved on 1 August 2025 to reflect the revised operational hours of 7:30am to 6:30pm. The registered providers confirm that this oversight will not occur again. All future changes in circumstances will be notified in advance of implementation
19 June 2025
Lakelands Preschool, Dun Laoghaire · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1)(3) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in hours of operation from 08:30 – 13:30hrs to the current operating hours of 09:00- 14:00hrs
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider has made an application to regularise the change in opening hours to comply with the regulation and will ensure all change in circumstance applications are submitted in a timely manner
4 June 2025
Really Cool Afterschool & Montessori School, Balbriggan · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: The person in charge were at variance with the information listed on the national register
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action They are currently working with TUSLA to rectify this discrepancy. They decide that the person listed as the person in charge will go back to their service. In case of her absence there will be nominated and rostered deputy to cover her duties. Preventive Action Emphasis is being put on performing regular checks of their circumstances and that they are fully registered
3 June 2025
Grace Park Montessori, Dublin 9 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify Tusla of a change in operation hours of the morning session and were found to be operating outside of their registration. The service is registered to operate between 9am to 12pm Monday to Friday. However, a review of paperwork and discussion with management showed that the service had been operating between 8.30am to 12pm Monday to Friday
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) This was applied for, and the hours were approved using the Tusla Change of Circumstances Form. The registered provider has taken note and made sure that the service opening hours are up to date on all platforms
9 May 2025
Absolute Angels, Malahide · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1)(3) On the day of inspection the registered provider was found to be operating outside of their registration status in the absence of required approval from Tusla Registration Office. The service is currently registered to accommodate a maximum of 18 children. However, on the day of the inspection the service had 22 children in attendance. There were 22 children on the children’s attendance sheet
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action (1)(3) No actions to correct non-compliance submitted. The service is currently engaged with Tusla Registration Office in relation to the SOORS referral. Summary Comment The registered provider did not submit evidence through the CAPA process to state they had made changes to operate within their registration status. At the time of publication, the SOORS process was ongoing. Therefore, this regulatory requirement has not been met, and the non-compliance remains outstanding
26 February 2025
Early Learners Montessori, Dublin 15 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify Tusla of a change in the age profile of the children attending and were found to be operating outside of their registration. The service is registered to cater for children aged 3 to 6 years. However, a review of paperwork and discussion with management showed that the service currently has two children aged 2 years old attending the service
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The registered provider was unaware that it was an issue as ECCE age starts from 2 years and 8 months. The registered provider immediately contacted CIC department to change the age profile from 3-6years to 2- 6years. The change of circumstances is now complete
9 January 2025
Charlies Childcare, Dublin 17 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The service did not notify Tusla of a change in their operating hours and were found to be operating outside of their registered hours. The service is registered to open from 8am-5:30pm daily however a discussion with management and a review of paperwork showed that the service is open from 7:30am-5:30pm daily
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action Change in Circumstance form was submitted to Tusla on 10th January 2025. Application was approved and we were notified via email on 16 January 2025. Preventive Action At the manager’s meeting on Friday 24 January, area managers and managers discussed, clarified and confirmed the procedure for future instances, in which, going forward, no changes will be made or implemented until all members of management team of the setting affected, are officially notified of the official approval from Tusla, via Senior Management
3 December 2024
Tiny Tots-Preschool, Lusk · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: • The name of the designated person in charge of this service did not correlate to the name detailed on the National Register
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action (1) Registered Provider has notified the early years inspectorate of the change of circumstance. Preventive Action (1) Registered Provider has taken note that they must notify of any changes so this won’t happen again
25 November 2024
Naionra Cholmcille, Sord · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: Both the registered provider and person in charge were at variance with the information listed on the national register
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action (1) Registered provider had sent an email to early years inspectorate in July to notify she is finishing in this service as manager. Preventive Action (1) New manager will endeavour to keep all changes up to date. Summary Comment The registered provider has submitted a change in circumstances form to the Early year’s inspectorate. This has been accepted
19 November 2024
An Cosán Early Years Whitehall, Dublin 9 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the Agency of a change of person in charge of the service
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action A change in circumstance notification was submitted to the agency. Preventive Action In future a change in circumstances notification will be submitted as soon as circumstances change
29 October 2024
The Kilns Creche & Montessori LTD, Portmarnock · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: • The designated person in charge of the service is at variance with the person listed on the national register
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action (1) Manager has filled out and received confirmation of the name change of circumstance form to rectify this non- compliance. Preventive Action (1) All paperwork will be reviewed before staff take maternity leave and if other changes to their management team occur
22 October 2024
Mo's Montessori, Dublin 13 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The service is currently registered to operate an early years’ service from 9am-2pm and 1-4pm Monday to Friday. However, on review of the roll book it was observed that a child has been present in the service from 8:45am on 11 occasions since the 30 September 2024. This is at variance with the service registered status
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) In response the service has stated that the child that attended at 8.45am from 14th October 2024 is no longer coming at that time. This situation will not arise again as children will only attend Mo’s Montessori within the operating hours of 9am-2pm and 1-4pm. Summary Comment The registered provider has addressed the non-compliance through the corrective and preventive action taken. Acknowledgments The inspector wishes to acknowledge the cooperation of the registered provider, staff and children who were present on the day of the inspection
16 October 2024
Teacher Pats Playschool, Dublin 12 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The service is currently registered to provide sessional care from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The service did not notify the agency of a proposed change in details in relation to the service provision. On the day of inspection, the service was found to have change the service type provided to part-time, operating from 9:00am to 14:00pm. Staff members stated this change had been in operation since the 16th September 2024
Provider's corrective action:
- The registered provider submitted the following response: Corrective and Preventive Action A change of circumstances form was completed following the inspection and forwarded to Tusla. Any future changes will be submitted to Tusla prior to any changes in circumstances
10 October 2024
Bo Peep's Montessori, Dublin · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: The operating hours of the service are at variance with the hours the service is registered to operate. The service is registered to operate from 09:00am to 12:00pm but is currently operating from 09:15am to 12: 15pm. Two children were in attendance in the service outside of the services current operating hours. The children had been signed in and present from 08:40 am and 08:42am respectively
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action CIC has been submitted, returned and completed. Hours now reflect inspectors’ hours. Preventive Action Manager will ensure The Hive & The Portal coincide with each other. The Hive had the operating hours manager was going by and to be very honest she never thought to check The Portal
8 October 2024
Naíonra Montessori, Dublin 17 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The service is currently registered to operate as a sessional service between the hours of 8.30 am and 2.30pm - with a morning session 8.30am to 11.30am and an afternoon session from 11.30am to 2.30pm. On the day of inspection, the service was observed to operate the afternoon session from 12pm to 3pm, with 7 children present in the service. The service was operating outside the registered hours of operation from 8.30 to 2.30pm
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) The registered provider submitted a change in circumstances form, to request the time of the afternoon session to be changed from 11.30am to 2.30pm to now being changed to 12pm start and 3pm finish. The CIC was submitted and approved. Going forward, the registered provider has informed their team that should there be any changes, the service must request approval first by submitting a CIC request
8 October 2024
Rathdown Pre-School Service, Glenageary · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the Agency in writing of the change in registered provider of the preschool service
Provider's corrective action:
- Notification form for change of circumstances has been sent to Tusla with all relevant documentation. HR has been made aware of the need to fill out a change of circumstances form when there is a change of registered provider of the preschool service
27 September 2024
Drumnigh Montessori Primary School, Dublin 5 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency of a change of the designated person in charge of the service. Discussion with management on the day of inspection showed that the change was enacted in September 2023 and has not been notified to the agency to date
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) EYI Notification Form of proposed change in circumstance has been filled in and sent with the request to apply the change in retrospect. Management and Board of Management are now aware of this. A board member is registered to attend a webinar regarding the change in circumstance form and to gain knowledge regarding same. The item is to be included as a potential risk on the risk register under staffing
30 May 2024
Hyde and Seek Childcare (Shaw St), Dublin 2 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the agency of a change in the numbers of children catered for in the service prior to the implementation of the change. The service is registered to cater for 32 children at one time however on the day of inspection 34 children were observed to be present in the service at one time. The service was referred internally in relation to operating outside of their registered status
Provider's corrective action:
- We made the application in advance of the 60 day required notice. We have been in correspondence and are awaiting a response on the matter
10 May 2024
Lollipops Centre Limited, Dublin 15 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency of the change of the person in charge in the service
Provider's corrective action:
- The service commit to submitting a change in circumstance form. The service commit to this process in the future should any changes in circumstances occur
23 April 2024
Ready Steady Learn, Dublin 15 · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider did not notify the agency in relation to a move of one of the pre-school rooms to a new location within the building though a change in circumstance application for the proposed change
Provider's corrective action:
- Corrective Action A change in circumstance form was submitted to the inspectorate on the 21 May 2024
11 April 2024
Creative Days Preschool, Swords · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 Form for Notification of Change in Circumstances: • The name of the designated person in charge of this service did not correlate to the name detailed on the National Register
Provider's corrective action:
- (1) Notification of change of circumstance has been approved by Tusla for change of person in charge on the 10/05/24. Summary Comment The change in circumstances form submitted by the registered provider has been approved, the regulatory requirement for regulation 8 - Notification of change in circumstances has been addressed
23 February 2024
Ballybodens Children Centre, Dublin 16 · Regulation not named in the report text
- The service is listed on the national register of early years services as sessional service with hours of operation 09:00-12:00 & 12:30-14:50. On the day of the inspection a review of records and discussion with staff confirmed the service is operating outside of its registration status. 1. Three children stay beyond 3.5 sessional hours and attend 8:45am-1:00pm daily Monday to Friday. 2. The hours of operation have been changed as follows: Room AM Session PM Session Preschool room 8:45am-11:45am 12:00pm-2:10pm Creche room 9:15am-11:30am 12:00pm-2:10pm
Provider's corrective action:
- A change in circumstances form stating that we wish to change our opening hours to 8.45-11.45 and 12.00-14.45 was submitted to the registration office. The service will continue of operate as a sessional service and not offer extra hours to ECCE children in the future
10 January 2024
Really Cool Afterschool & Montessori School Ltd, Balbriggan · Regulation not named in the report text
- (1) The registered provider failed to notify the Early Years Inspectorate of a change in circumstances in relation to the following as per the schedule 4 for notification of Change in Circumstances. • The name of the designated person in charge of this service did not correlate to the name detailed on the National Register. Corrective Action (1) CIC document has been submitted. Preventive Action (1) RP confirmed, should a change in management occur again, the CIC document will be submitted immediately. Summary Comment The noncompliance detailed in regulation 8(1) was identified at the last inspection of the service on the 09/11/2022 and was not addressed by the registered provider. The registered provider has submitted a change in circumstances form to the Early Years inspectorate which has been accepted. The regulatory requirement has been addressed