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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

2 Mather Avenue, Weston Point, Runcorn 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)
Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn), Runcorn
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...  

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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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) Reviews (161)

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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has a Review Score of 10 (9.973) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has 161 reviews.

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Review from Samantha P (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I would highly recommend Dunkys as I feel the help and support for myself and my children has been addressed above and beyond. It feels more like an extended family. My children have come on leaps thanks to the members of staff.

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

Many thanks for your lovely feedback.

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Review from Clare P (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My son went here from the age of one until school and my daughter is two and a half and has been at Dunkys since age one and still attends and loves it!
The nursery is so accommodating with my NHS shift patterns, it's such a massive help for me! Because of my shift times, I don't do many drop-offs or pickups and sometimes I feel a bit left out of the loop but because of the app, I get updates on my daughter's day at nursery which I love.
My daughter has allergies and the nursery is brilliant with this, so much so that she has just received a dairy-free Easter egg from the nursery so wasn't left out when the other children received a little gift which is amazing!

All the staff I have dealt with have all been so lovely and caring.

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

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Clare.

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Review from Hayleigh M (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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An outstanding nursery. Simply cannot do enough for their children. When looking for a nursery for my little boy I was highly recommended Dunkys by everyone. I love it so much I decided to send my daughter before she turned 2. Both of my children adore Dunkys as well as all the staff.

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Review from Hayley J (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Since starting at Dunkys my daughter has grown so much in independence and confidence. The way they interact with the children and how friendly everyone is when you go into the nursery and at drop off and pickups is really lovely. The main thing to me that makes this nursery stand out is the daily updates, the progress reporting and the monthly events they put on for the children. It really is an amazing nursery and I’ll be sad when my daughter leaves to go to school.

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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started at Dunkys in January 2022 and she has come on so much since starting! She absolutely adores all of the staff there and is thriving! I would highly recommend Dunkys to everyone. They have been so accommodating in relation to food choices and have been a massive help. Our little girl is so happy being there and comes out with a massive smile on her face. The staff are amazing and so loving.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your wonderful feedback, it really is appreciated and we are so glad you are settled here at Dunkys
Many thanks,

Joanna

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Review from Natasha L (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been in Dunkys for the past year and we could not have asked for a better journey. Thanks to the support from the staff in babies and tots her development during this time has been amazing. She absolutely loves going to nursery and has really bonded with all the staff. As she is moving up to another room they are really taking the time to help her with this transition, which I am very grateful for. I have peace of mind every day that she is in good hands and would recommend the nursery to anybody.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Hi Natasha, thank you so much for your lovely feedback Your daughter is settling in so well within our Toddlers room.
Many thanks,

Joanna

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Review from Lisa-Marie M (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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As a mother who works in education, it took me a long time to find the perfect nursery for my son to attend! After all, it's a huge decision.
I wanted somewhere that offered excellent educational development but also somewhere that was warm and loving. I knew when I visited Dunkys, Runcorn I had found that place.
My son has attended since he was 9 months old (when my maternity leave finished) and is now 18 months old, and thriving!
The range of tasks, activities and fun he has daily is great. He is always eager to go into nursery and never cries! The app allows me to see how his day is going and I'm always updated with pictures and read his notes to see what he's been eating, which is great.
The staff, simply put, are amazing! They genuinely look after your child as if it were their own. They are loving and caring - what more could you ask for?

I couldn't recommend Dunkys enough. The best place for my little one, 100%.

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

Hi, Lisa-Marie, thank you so much for this wonderful feedback, it means so much to me and my team to read reviews like this, here at Dunkys Runcorn we pride ourselves on our relationships with our children and also our parents so to hear this feedback is truly amazing. We are so glad you and your...  

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Review from Alysha D (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started this nursery as her previous one closed down, since starting Dunkys she has developed in her milestones amazingly! She loves all the staff in her baby room, it’s a fantastic nursery.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for this lovely feedback, Alysha, we are so glad you have settled into the Dunky family.
Warm regards

Joanna

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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I have a little boy with SEN needs at Dunkys and when he started I really doubted my decision to put him into nursery due to his needs. Staff gave lots of reassurance and we persevered. Dunkys have worked with me since he started and has gone above and beyond to take care of my little boy. They have given all the help they can and have an onsite Special Educational Needs Coordinator who is very helpful too. He now loves going to nursery and smiles when we park up outside. He really enjoys seeing his key person too. He also has special dietary requirements and nursery do really well to accommodate these. I cannot recommend Dunkys enough, especially for children with additional needs.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has settled in really quickly, she is so happy going in and when she comes out, this in my opinion speaks for itself.

The nursery is well managed and all the staff are really friendly and approachable. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for this lovely feedback, we are so glad your daughter has settled so well into the Dunkys Family.

Many thanks

Joanna

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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Dunkys is a great nursery! My son absolutely loves it here. All of the staff are friendly and really supportive. My child has been doing great with his development since he started at Dunkys and I would really recommend it to any parent.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely feedback it really is appreciated.

Joanna

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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Dunkys Nursery has been very accomodating for me. I work shifts and my son goes to nursery when l am off which means different days every week. This is the main reason l chose Dunkys. Staff are always friendly and lovely.

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

Many thanks for your lovely review. I'm so glad we could help. Joanna

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Review from T A (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My son started here in January, all the staff are lovely and friendly, unbelievably impressed with how amazing they have been which made returning to work so much easier. I can’t thank them enough. Very professional and clean. The level of care is outstanding.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely review, it's been lovely to see your son settle into the nursery so well.
Take care,

Joanna

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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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After almost a year of having the pleasure of contacting Dunkys about a nursery place, we couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery. Everyone there has been absolutely amazing with not only our daughter but also myself and her dad too.
Any medical issues that have come about, Dunkys have been great with. Having her food a certain way for longer than the average baby and they've been amazing. The chef is an absolute star in the kitchen and always will make time to talk about things food-related.
Our daughter loves going and is raring to go each morning on nursery days and always has a smile when we get there.

Thank you to everyone there for everything.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, I'm sure the girls will love reading these lovely words.

Joanna

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Review from Hayley A (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My son started Dunkys (Runcorn) in September 2021. I cannot recommend this nursery enough. I love that they provide an app to keep me updated on my son's daily activities, food, sleep and nappy changes. They also sometimes provide photographs which are lovely and really put me at ease when he first started. Their food menu is great, cooked by an amazing chef who provides advice for weaning and fantastic recipes. Each room is age-appropriate and has lots for the children to do each day. CCTV in each room is linked to the manager's staff room and the staff are really lovely and helpful. Thank you all at Dunkys.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely review.

Joanna

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Review from Louise G (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little girl is in the baby/toddler room, and I couldn’t recommend this nursery enough. Very attentive with her (6 months old), great communication skills and I love receiving the pictures of her playing in the nursery. Dunkys has also been very supportive of the weaning process that I’m currently undertaking, and the fantastic chef has given me some great advice to use at home!

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

Many thanks for your lovely review Louise. Joanna

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Review from Rebecca G (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to Dunkys for a year now and she absolutely loves it. At first, as parents, we were very worried about starting nursery as our daughter had not had a great deal of social interaction due to the pandemic. We were given lots of support and reassurance from all the staff who were very understanding. Staff really listen to the children and incorporate individual interests into day to day activities, giving feedback to parents at the end of every day. I have and will continue to recommend Dunkys as a brilliant nursery with amazing staff.

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Review from Shannon F (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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When my daughter started at Dunkys she was so little, she was shy and was just about hitting her milestones. She has been there for just over a year now and she has come on amazingly! Everyone comments on her speech, manners and just generally how clever she is, it is all thanks to the girls at Dunkys. My daughter literally begs to go to nursery and it’s such a warm feeling as a parent to know she enjoys nursery while I’m not there. Couldn’t recommend this place enough.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Thank you, Shannon, for your lovely review. My team and I truly appreciate it.

Joanna

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Review from Angela M (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2021 Submitted via Website
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My two sons started at this nursery just a few weeks ago due to their old nursery closing down, they both love it here and the staff are amazing. My eldest son asks every morning, "are we going to Dunkys today mummy?" My youngest son is showing signs of developmental delays and isn't yet talking, he has never really settled anywhere else, always cried when being dropped off etc, I have already noticed a change in him since starting here and he now puts his arms out to the girls to go in when we arrive and is now interacting with them, I couldn't be any happier about this. I will definitely be recommending it to anyone who is looking for childcare.

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Hi Angela,
Many thanks for your lovely feedback we are so glad the transition has gone smoothly for you.

Joanna

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Review from Jodie H (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2021 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been going to Dunkys since she was 1 and she absolutely loves it. I cannot recommend this nursery enough and cannot fault them on anything. All the staff are so lovely and friendly and always keep me updated on what she’s getting up to which is great. My little girl adores the girls too and always gives a big smile and cuddles when she sees them which is so lovely to see. Amazing nursery!

Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)
Many thanks for your lovely feedback, Jodie.

Joanna

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  • Posted: Wednesday 11 Mar 2026Dunky’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...
  • Posted: Wednesday 14 Jan 2026A family run group of day nurseries and forest schools in Cheshire is celebrating after raising over £26,000 for charity. Dunky’s Day Nurseries & Forest Schools has been fundraising for...
  • Posted: Monday 27 Oct 2025We’re delighted to announce that Dunky’s Day Nursery in Runcorn is celebrating an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report for the second time. Our Runcorn nursery was awarded the highest rating in all...
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Joanna Davies-Bate Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 1997
Joanna Davies-Bate

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 Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Joined: 2014
Kellyann Spellman

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 Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2014
Harley Keogh

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 Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 2014
Alicia Spellman

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 Job Title: Senior Nursery Chef Joined: 2014
Julie Molyneux

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 Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 2022
Sean Spellman

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 Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 2021
Faye Johnson

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 Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 2022
Georgia Jones

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 Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 2019
Bekka Fulton

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 Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 2024
Brodie Robertson

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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