During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 29 April 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
There was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance.
Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our inspection, could access care, support and treatment when required.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. The provider should ensure that clinical staff provide evidence of adequate immunity for vaccine preventable infectious diseases prior to commencing work.
Staff were aware of the importance of protecting patients’ personal information. The practice should review the data protection impact assessment for the use of closed-circuit television (CCTV).
The practice is in Barnsley town centre and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
The practice is not accessible to wheelchair users. Pay and display car parking, including dedicated parking for disabled people, is available near the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms.At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 6 staff, of which there were 1 dentist, 1 dental therapist, 2 trainee dental nurses, 1 receptionist and 1 administrator who supported the day-to-day running of the practice. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including the dentist, the dental therapist, 1 trainee dental nurse, the receptionist and the administrator.