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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

2 Mather Avenue, Weston Point, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 4JJ
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Dunkys is such a fantastic nursery, I could not recommend it enough.Jemma K(Mother of Child)
Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn), Runcorn
A very professional and on point group of staff with fantastic facilitiesPaul S(Father of Child)
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Thank you so much for your dedication, support and care.Jemma K(Mother of Child)
Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn), Runcorn

Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) offers 93 childcare places in a supportive, fun setting. The nursery is open from 8am to 6pm 51 weeks of the year except for bank holidays.

The nursery has a team of skilled, caring staff who work hard to ensure children are having lots of fun while developing new skills.

The garden area has a soft play area along with a nature trail and gardening area where...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Joanna Davies-Bate(Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 93

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday08:00-18:00
  • Thursday08:00-18:00
  • Friday08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees

£70.00 per day
£50.00 Am or Pm sessions
£60.00 short day session
£7.85 7.30 start

£7.50 per extra hour

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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) Reviews (164)

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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has a Review Score of 10 (9.975) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has 164 reviews.

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Review from Katie R (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I really don’t know where to start. I honestly cannot recommend Dunkys Day Nursery enough. After a really negative experience with our previous nursery, I was nervous and hesitant having to find a new nursery for my daughter to attend. The manager and her team put my mind at ease from the second I made the first phone call, they are welcoming, knowledgeable and professional. They truly have the children at the heart of all they do. The food is absolutely gorgeous, each room has its own pet! The outside space is smaller than I would have liked but they really make the most of it and all of the positives very quickly put weigh that small negative. My little girl settled in there so quickly and talks about her nursery every single day. I am not the easiest customer due to needing flexible days because of my shift pattern but the manager does everything she can to accommodate my needs and I no longer have to worry about childcare. Moving my daughter to Dunkys Day Nursery was the best move for us all!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Lovely review thank you so much, reviews like this make our job so worthwhile.

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Review from Abbie K (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at this nursery since she was 1 year old and I've had no issues whatsoever. She has grown in her personality and learned so much since being at nursery. Anytime she has had a bump I've been informed straight away, the girls are all lovely who work there and are very caring and loving to the babies.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you for your lovely review, we adore having your little one here at Dunkys, her personality is shining through every day.

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Review from Sophie D (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My little boy has been attending Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) since October 2022 and what made me pick this nursery was the nursery manager and all staff! It’s such a reassurance being able to check on him throughout the day via the app and whenever I pick him up, he’s full of smiles. I have full confidence he’s being looked after and I can see he’s progressing and hitting his milestones - so thank you Dunkys for being wonderful.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Many thanks for your wonderful review, it means so much to us all here at Dunkys.

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Review from O G (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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After trialling a few local nurseries, Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) is a cut above the rest. The staff are so friendly and approachable, my little girl loves going here. Sometimes she even picks up her nursery bag and walks to the door at home to go! The platform/app they use is so informative, I can see hour by hour what my child has done/eaten etc. The main benefit Dunkys offered us is flexibility, as an NHS worker this is important too, it’s so hard to find childcare that doesn’t require set days.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Many thanks for your lovely review, we're so glad you love our setting as much as we do, your child is thriving.

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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started here at 8 months old and she’s come on leaps and bounds. She loves all staff, everyone is so friendly towards parents and the children. Always welcomed with a huge smile and the babies always smile back to the staff which is nice to see. I like how we are always updated via the app and if there’s any problems the girls on the desk are quick to inform you! My niece and nephew attend this nursery so I knew I was sending my daughter to the right place.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you for your wonderful review, it really does mean so much to hear this.

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Review from Laurie W (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. Everyone goes the extra mile to help and they really make all interactions personal. You're kept updated with pictures and what the children have eaten. My son settled in so well.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Many thanks for your lovely review and many thanks from all at Dunky's.

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Review from Sarah L (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I had a lot of anxiety over sending my son to nursery as he was a lockdown-born baby and had only ever been with me. But the staff at Dunkys in Runcorn has always been amazing, they take really good care of the children in their care.
They made me at ease and they keep you up to date on everything your child has done on their day in nursery.

My son has come on in leaps and bounds, his speech has improved massively since starting in September.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely review, it really does mean so much to us.

Dunkys.

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Review from Danika F (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My 18-month-old attends and honestly, I couldn’t have picked a better nursery in the area. The manager is fantastic and so understanding and accommodating to my son's wants and needs, the girls in babies are fantastic with him and he has no issues in leaving me to spend the day at Dunkys. The food is always varied and if he’s being fussy he is prepared an alternative meal.
The app is brilliant and I love seeing updates of what he’s up to and ate, even nappy changes it puts your mind at ease to know your baby is being cared for so well.

Thank you for being such a great place for me to send him whilst I work!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, it means the world to us all here at Dunkys.

Warm regards.

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Review from Olivia M (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Both my children, ages three and one attend Dunky’s currently. They both love it and have come on leaps and bounds. It’s fantastic for us as shift workers to have a nursery that is flexible with our days, takes away all the stress of finding childcare and reduces our costs compared to other local nurseries. Very happy -thank you.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you for your wonderful review, we're so glad you and your little one are happy.

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Review from Danielle H (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Dunkys since September 2022 and she absolutely loves it! Such a lovely nursery with great staff and I know my daughter has the best time when she goes. She has come on so much since she's been there. Would highly recommend it.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Beautiful review many thanks from us all at Dunkys.

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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery. My son loves going to nursery and most days doesn’t want to leave! He is currently transitioning to the next age group room and all staff have been amazing in helping him to adjust. His development and welfare are their top priority. I couldn’t recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much for your lovely review, it means so much to us all at Dunkys.

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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attends Dunkys Day Nursery and she absolutely loves it! She has formed amazing relationships with the staff and her friends.
All staff are friendly and supportive.
My brother and cousins (who are now 17) attended this same nursery and loved it.
My daughter is such a fussy eater and the staff have helped so much to help her try new things! (Love the regular recipes that are posted by the chef).
They do so much with the children and take trips out to the local park, I feel my daughter is safe and receiving a high level of care.

Thank you all!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you, for your lovely review, they mean so much to the staff here at Dunkys. Warm regards.

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Review from Jane H (Grandmother of Child) published on 24 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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My two grandsons attend Dunkys in Runcorn and both are very happy at the nursery.
My grandson, who is almost 3, moved to the nursery from another nursery a year ago as we were unhappy with the care.
All staff are amazing, they complete a detailed update via the app and when you collect the children, always with enthusiasm and in a positive manner, this is what I like the most about the nursery - the staff.
The facilities are great and there are always some great activities to keep the children busy.
Communication is good and it is clear the staff take great care of the children.

If there was anything to improve on it would be the outside space, it does look very tired and could be made so much better.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely review here on daynurseries.co.uk. Dunkys are constantly striving to move the nursery forwards and the garden area is our next new venture.
Many thanks

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Review from Kirstie M (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little boy loves attending this nursery, the staff helped him settle really well and he even asks to go on his days off, his development has come along even faster since starting. Staff always keep you up to date about your child's day which helps me feel at ease.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so happy you joined us here at Dunkys.

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Review from Mae H (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery, great staff! My son has the best time and I feel so comfortable sending him to this nursery while I go to work! The best place, management is great, the girls are amazing with my son and always do fun things!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much, Mae. We are so glad you joined the Dunkys family.

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Review from Abbi R (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has recently started Dunkys Day Nursery Runcorn at 9 months old, which was a huge deal for me. I wanted a nursery who will love my daughter and cuddle her if she gets sad. The girls do just that and me and my baby couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a nursery which has a family feel, where every single member of staff knows your baby then Dunkys Day Nursery is the right place! I can’t thank them all enough for supporting my little family.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for choosing to join the Dunkys family.

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Review from M J (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to Dunkys Day Nursery since she was 7 months old, Dunkys have been amazing from the start and always update you to put your mind at ease. My daughter loves it she is now 16 months old, they’ve helped so much as she struggled to eat when she first came and was on prescribed milk etc, with Dunkys Day Nursery help and understanding she now no longer needs it and her eating has improved so much. Her communication is amazing I couldn’t recommend them enough.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for choosing to join the Dunkys family.

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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic nursery, all staff are friendly, professional and give 100% to all children. My 1 year old son has come on leaps and bounds since starting end of May 2022 and I can't wait to see how much he progresses in the future with Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn).

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for choosing to join the Dunkys family.

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Review from F K (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Amazing staff, my little lad loves going here, enjoys going in every single day, loves all the staff. Brilliant nursery, wouldn’t go anywhere else! Amazing resources for learning, my lad's favourite part is the garden!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely feedback, Faye, we're so glad he enjoys coming to Dunkys.

Many thanks.

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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Dunkys nursery and all of their staff allow me and my husband to work in the comfort that our son is in the best possible care. We can trust that he is safe, happy and enriched every day. We have seen him come on leaps and bounds. Communication is spot on and the staff are all so lovely and they know our son really well!

We would recommend Dunkys to anyone looking for a safe and caring environment for their children to grow!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

Many thanks, Laura, for this lovely feedback.

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  • 28 Jul 2026

    When you leave your child at a day nursery, you're placing your trust in a team of professionals to care for them, nurture them and keep them safe. While every...

  • 01 Jul 2026

    Dunky’s Day Nursery Runcorn is helping to support the next generation of young athletes after sponsoring a local netball team coached by one of its own staff members. Rated Outstanding...

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    Dunky’s Day Nurseries and Forest Schools are celebrating two decades of delivering exceptional childcare and education across the region. Our award-winning family-run business, which is committed to providing high quality...

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Joanna Davies-Bate
Joanna Davies-BateJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 1997

I have worked here for 28 Years. I have my NVQ levels 2 & 3 in child care. I also have the D32 & D33 Assessors awards. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train around all aspects of childcare development.

I also recently guided my team through an OFSTED inspection where we have been Graded OUTSTANDING. 16.01.2020

Kellyann Spellman
Kellyann SpellmanJob Title:Deputy Nursery ManagerJoined: 2014

I have worked here for 10 Years. I have my NVQ level 3 in child care. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train in all aspects of childcare development.

I also recently supported my Manager and team through an OFSTED inspection, where we were graded OUTSTANDING. 16.01.2020.

Harley Keogh
Harley KeoghJob Title:Team LeaderJoined: 2014

I have worked here for 10 Years. I have my NVQ level 3 in child care. I am also the Nursery SENCO. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train around all aspects of childcare development.

I am also the Team Leader of the Babies & Tots room.

Alicia Spellman
Alicia SpellmanJob Title:Nursery TeacherJoined: 2014

I have worked here for 10 Years. I have my NVQ level 3 in child care. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train around all aspects of childcare development.

I am the Team Leader of the Toddler room.

Julie Molyneux
Julie MolyneuxJob Title:Senior Nursery ChefJoined: 2014

Julie has been working as a nursery chef for over 34 years and has been here at Dunkys Runcorn for 11 Years.

She has the following City & Guilds catering qualifications. They are 705 1 & 2, 706 1 & 2, 707 1 & 2. Nwrac advanced patisserie work and pastry. Julie also has level 5 food hygiene and safety.

Julie is also our Health & Safety Coordinator at the nursery.

Sean Spellman
Sean SpellmanJob Title:Nursery TeacherJoined: 2022

My name is Sean, I have been working here at Dunkys for over 3 Years, and I have recently completed my NVQ level 3.

I am a permanent member of the Pre School team.

I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train in all aspects of childcare development

Faye Johnson
Faye JohnsonJob Title:Nursery TeacherJoined: 2021

My name is Faye, I have worked at Dunkys for over 12 years, I am NVQ level 3 qualified and also a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train in all aspects of childcare development.

Georgia Jones
Georgia JonesJob Title:Nursery TeacherJoined: 2022

My name is Georgia, I am NVQ Level 3 qualified and have worked here at Dunkys Runcorn for over 3 years.

I am fully First Aid trained, Safeguarding, Manual Handling & Food Hygiene trained.

I work with a fabulous team within the Baby room, all year round.

Bekka Fulton
Bekka FultonJob Title:Nursery AssistantJoined: 2019

My name is Bekka, and I have worked at Dunkys for over 6 Years. I am NVQ Level 2 qualified.

I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am level 3 Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train in all aspects of childcare development.

Brodie Robertson
Brodie RobertsonJob Title:Nursery AssistantJoined: 2024

I have worked here for 1 Year as a nursery teacher; however, I also completed my training whilst here at Dunkys.

I have my NVQ level 3 in child care. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am Safeguarding trained, Manual Handling trained, and Food Hygiene trained. We also continually train in all aspects of childcare development.

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