Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)

2 Mather Avenue, Weston Point, Runcorn WA7 4JJ
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  • 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 fruit and vegetables are grown.

Children are offered the same opportunities outdoors as well as indoors to ensure that they have the best possible start in the indoor/outdoor classrooms.

Healthy food is offered to children each day.

They also offer holiday club which is open from 9am-3pm Mon-Fri and children must bring a packed lunch. The cost for the day is £29. If parents would like additional hours these are charged at a rate of £7 per hour.
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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
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

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

  • 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 (159)

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Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has a Review Score of 10 (9.974) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) has 159 reviews.

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Review from Jemma P (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery - I could not fault the nursery or the staff at all. It is such a lovely feeling to know your child is in a great environment with staff members who really show that they care and that they love their jobs. Dunkys is outstanding.
Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Many thanks, Jemma, we really do value your feedback.
Joanna
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Review from Stacey B (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was nervous and worried about going back to work for one and more so for my son to start nursery. Well, all that was thrown out the window from the start of my son's visits to the nursery to build him up starting his full days. The girls in the room have been amazing and my son absolutely loves going
to nursery so much so he cries when I pick him up as doesn’t want to come home. The app that is updated throughout the day is amazing and great peace of mind while I’m at work it’s good to know and see that my son is having the best time and being looked after by the best. Can’t recommend Dunkys enough they have been amazing and made me going back to work so much easier knowing my boy is in the best hands.
Thank you so much to all the girls at the nursery you all are literally the best.
Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Thank you so much for your feedback, Stacey, I am so glad you are happy and the transition has been so smooth into Dunkys.
Many thanks
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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Dunkys in Runcorn. The staff are friendly and professional, they keep you up to date with your child's progress, the rooms are always clean and my daughter thoroughly enjoys it. Wouldn't recommend anywhere else. If you're looking for a nursery, Dunkys is the place to go!
Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Thank you, Sarah, for your lovely feedback, it really is lovely to hear.
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Review from Jay F (Father of Child) published on 26 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The girls are absolutely fantastic with my daughter, constantly updating me on her progress with visual aids and wonderful comments. They constantly come up with new ideas and activities for the children. My daughter grins from ear to ear the whole time she’s there, I’m seeing unbelievably fast development
in my daughter and it’s a massive thank you to the girls, they also happily and easily a custom to my daughter's food (gluten-free). Highly recommend Dunkys!
Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Many thanks for your wonderful feedback, Jay, it really means so much to know that our families and children are happy here at Dunkys.
Thanks again, Joanna
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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended here since April. There has not been one day that he has been sad about going in. He always greets the staff with a smile and has an extremely comfortable relationship with them. The activities he does in the day are always well varied, educational and structured. The food he is
served throughout the day by the chef is excellent and proper meals are always given. The staff have a really good understanding of who my son is, his likes and dislikes and he loves it here.
Reply from Joanna Davies-Bate, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Thank you, Lucy, for your lovely feedback. I and the team really do appreciate this.
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Review from Sasha L (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters have attended this nursery, my youngest still being there in the baby room. I have always had a great relationship with the staff and trust them 100% to deliver the best care to my children.
I regularly recommend the nursery to friends with children looking for childcare.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters started at Dunkys in January and they absolutely love it!
I couldn’t ask for a better group of people to trust with the care of my children.
All the staff are so friendly and encouraging!
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Review from Ruth R (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has recently started at the Preschool department of Dunkys and we couldn't be happier with how things are going. The staff are warm, welcoming and very friendly and for our daughter who is very shy, their approachable personalities have made things so much easier for her to settle. She
goes in the morning happy and comes home happy! Which is so important to us. Dunkys stay in touch and provide updates with our child's progress and it's great to see our daughter developing the way she is. We would highly recommend to any parents looking for a high-quality nursery with a great environment and excellent Ofsted results!
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Review from Aldona (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one has started the nursery 3 weeks ago and the staff were so helpful to help her settle in. I couldn't believe how quickly she's adapted and I'm so reassured knowing she's in good hands. I would highly recommend!
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Review from Debbie A (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are great. The way they care for and interact with the children is wonderful. Always very helpful and understanding to individual needs. Awarded Outstanding for a reason, because they are in every way. A pleasure to have my child enjoy time with them.
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Review from Joeley K (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started the nursery in October, staff are always supportive and friendly! Staff helped my little boy to settle in quickly and formed relationships with him and encouraging him to do things. Since he's started in the nursery I have seen him develop so much in such a short period of time, his
communication is improving, he has become much more social, usually, he would just cling to me and not interact with other children or adults. Staff are always willing to help and keep you updated with your child's progress informing you of what they have and haven't enjoyed when carrying out activities. I couldn't recommend Dunkys enough to anyone, they have helped my little boy develop into a confident independent little boy, I couldn't thank them enough for all that they have done!
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Review from Lisa H (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Dunkys nursery enough all my children have been to the nursery and loved it. After a big gap between my eldest two girls, I was nervous about starting my youngest I need not have worried as Dunkys was just the same great place if not better. The staff are friendly, welcoming and caring.
My daughter was quite shy to start with but she has blossomed and she is now a lot more confident in all aspects of her development.
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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and the staff at Dunkys Runcorn are absolutely amazing! You are treated like part of the family at Dunkys as are the children. Our little boy has come on leaps and bounds especially since starting at pre school after being off through the pandemic. Communication is always great and the children
clearly have such a wonderful time it’s no wonder they were awarded an outstanding report from OFSTED. We will be enrolling our new baby as soon as he is able to come!
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dunkys have gone above and beyond to ensure my son is happy and well looked after. He looks forward to going every day. The staff are amazingly friendly and can not do enough to ensure your mind is at ease. I could not recommend dunkys enough. Fantastic place.
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Review from Debbie C (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery! I can’t thank the manager enough for a smooth transition for our boys from a childminder to a nursery and I can’t thank the staff enough for becoming part of our boy's experience there. They’re always talking about different members of staff and always saying who they want
to see and play with. We haven’t been part of the nursery before the covid pandemic but all the steps and guidance the nursery provides to keep everyone safe is a step beyond. Genuinely not one bad word to say about anything or anyone at the nursery. We love it and more importantly, our boys love it. The manager is so helpful with queries and fees etc and upon enrolment at the nursery, they give a very unbiased view and tour and make it known that a child’s and parents preference/ settlement is the top priority. If you’re thinking about joining a nursery I urge you to consider this one as a top choice.
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Review from Carys H (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so delighted with Dunkys, and our child is too. She is absolutely thriving and the staff can’t do enough to help us. I know that I can go to work and leave her in very safe, capable and compassionate hands. The activities are well thought out and appropriate and the staff are so dedicated. I
can’t think of having her anywhere else now and I’m so glad to have found a place that loves her as much as we do!
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Review from Katrina B (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dunky's never disappoints. Both my children have been to Dunky's, one is still there. Both from 6 months old. I couldn't be happier with the professionalism, kindness and dedication to children's development here. The only time my children have been unhappy was/is home time.
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Review from Bethany H (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Dunkys Runcorn were very welcoming and patient with my shy son. He went from a quiet boy to a loud, outgoing boy who loves to learn and enjoys interactive play where before he showed no interest. His eating habits have also changed massively, he now eats pasta, vegetables and will happily
try new foods. He used to be very fussy and only ate around 4 different foods. So grateful to the staff at Dunkys for helping my son grow and prepare him for school. He always gets excited for a day at nursery. Thank you so much!
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Review from Louise F (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has joined recently and absolutely loves going to Dunkys, she actually cries when it is time to come home. Staff are great at explaining the day's activities and if there has been anything wrong. I cannot wait until we are covid free to be able to watch my daughter and engage with staff
other than a quick chat at the door, but I am never made to feel hurried despite the restrictions. Would recommend to anyone and cannot wait to see how my daughter thrives.
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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn’t be happier with Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn). The staff and the manager have been wonderful. When you’re there, there is a warm feeling that embraces you, all the staff are friendly and supportive. The baby room team have been amazing at helping my daughter settle into her new surroundings.
The room leader has been a vital part of her settling in and making us both feel comfortable and supported. After only being there for a short time my daughter has grown so much in confidence and that can only be put down to the caring and nurturing environment she is in. Because of this, we have full confidence in the Dunkys (Runcorn) team when we leave our daughter in the mornings.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.974)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.974) out of 10 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.974 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) is calculated as follows: ( (411 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 420 Ratings = 4.974
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) is based on 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 93 number of registered child places is 18.6, which has been reached with 35 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (10)

Joanna

Joanna Davies-Bate

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 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

Kellyann Spellman

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Joined: 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

Harley Keogh

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 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

Alicia Spellman

Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 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.

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Julie Molyneux

Job Title: Senior Nursery Chef Joined: 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

Sean Spellman

Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 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

Faye Johnson

Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 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

Georgia Jones

Job Title: Nursery Teacher Joined: 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

Bekka Fulton

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 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

Brodie Robertson

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 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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