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Dunkys is such a fantastic nursery, I could not recommend it enough.Jemma K(Mother of Child)

A very professional and on point group of staff with fantastic facilitiesPaul S(Father of Child)

Thank you so much for your dedication, support and care.Jemma K(Mother of Child)

Dunkys is such a fantastic nursery, I could not recommend it enough.Jemma K(Mother of Child)

A very professional and on point group of staff with fantastic facilitiesPaul S(Father of Child)

Thank you so much for your dedication, support and care.Jemma K(Mother of Child)

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
£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 yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
NoGroup/Owner
- Dunkys Day Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
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
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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)
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.
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.
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.
The food is amazing, it is all homemade onsite with a wide range of meals.
She has come on so well with their support and guidance. We feel safe and happy leaving her in their very capable hands. The staff are understanding and flexible with our needs and they are always available for any questions we have.
I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for their child/children.
All 3 of my boys have been to Dunky's Day NurseryRuncorn. My son absolutely loves going in, never a tear shed before nursery. He is always talking about the activities they have done each day and always has happy tales to tell. The staff are all very friendly and keep you updated with what your child has been up to. My son adores his teachers and they are always happy to see him in the morning. The staff work so hard to follow the interests of each child and I never have to worry that he isn't being fully supported to do his best.
Both my children formed close bonds with all the staff and even though my little boy has left he still enjoys going the out of school club.
During the lockdown, staff would do zoom calls with singing, dancing and stories making sure all the children had a chance to join in and see their key workers/friends so grateful for the things they do.
Thank you, Ladies, for everything you do and being fabulous at your job
My little girl was just 14 months when she joined her brother at Dunkys in August. I was a nervous wreck leaving her in someone else's care as she was so young, but Dunkys have nurtured her and cared for her while I had to work. I trust them more than words can say. The activities that she partakes in are just wonderful and the staff are so knowledgeable about milestones and flagging up if they feel that there is a problem.
You really are OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!
Thanks to you all for your wonderful work.
Dunkys Day Nursery have always been amazing in our view. Feedback from our friends with young children is that they feel their nursery are only bothered about money first and foremost whereas at Dunkys it is extremely apparent that the children are first, always. Every single staff member is an absolute delight to deal with and are always happy to help any way they can. We are so glad we chose Dunkys as our nursery of choice. The daily upload of what they get up to via Instagram is such a great thing to see also. Perfect in every way.
My son absolutely loves the nursery/staff from start to finish. He’s playing and doing activities. Very friendly staff and they make you feel very welcome. He always is eager to go back to be with his friends; I would highly recommend Dunkys 100%.
Let me start by telling you I reviewed numerous around the area, and this nursery stood out a mile. The staff were warm and welcoming, and my little boy now loves going to play with his friends. He has come on leaps and bounds thanks to these lovely ladies!
If you are looking for a nursery in the area, Dunkys is the best by far!
Feel very relaxed leaving my 13-months-old daughter with the staff here. Very sufficient and great with my daughter, made taking her to the nursery for the first time a lot more relaxed. Would recommend to anyone.
I can't tell you how pleased I am with my boy's nursery. They have been very understanding and flexible with us from the start, the staff are amazing with the children, and my child is developing really well with all the activities they do. I don't think I can find a better nursery that suits our needs.
Dunkys is such a fantastic nursery, I could not recommend it enough. The building is filled with beautiful crafts made by the children and is full of life and colour. The staff are second to none, the most caring individuals that really treat the children like their own. My daughter has loved every second of her time at Dunkys, and the girls there have made this experience a great one for both her and our family. Thank you so much for your dedication, support and care.
Dunkys has been an amazing nursery - I would not send my daughter anywhere else. The nursery do their best to provide a comfortable, nurturing environment and completely succeed in this. The staff are second to none and excel in bringing on each child individually. Well done to all the staff and management. 10/10.
I have been so impressed with the nursery since our very first visit. The staff are brilliant, very knowledgeable and approachable. They went above and beyond to ensure my son settled in including his extra health needs into his care. My son always comes home happy after a fun day at nursery, he also loves the food!
I can not thank/praise all the staff members at Dunkys enough on how well my little boy has come on in the past few months of him starting. Would 100% recommended to all family and friends for childcare. All the staff are amazing with my son, couldn’t be happier with all aspects of my son's growing and learning.
I can't praise Dunky's Day Nursery enough for what they have done to bring our child on. A very professional and on point group of staff with fantastic facilities and an extensive range of activities delivered throughout the whole time our child has spent here.
The whole staff at Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn) are so friendly and spend time getting to know every child. My child has gone here since he was 6 months old and has never not wanted to go. He has become a very independent child with lots of confidence and this has a lot to do with how he is cared for at Dunkys.
This nursery is outstanding from the staff and the care they provide. My daughter has attended since the age of 1 to present at the age of 4. I have never had any problems and my daughter is so happy to attend. Everyone is friendly and all the staff cater outstandingly to the children's needs.
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News (13) & Events (0)
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- Recipient: Dunkys Day Nurseries LtdDate: Friday 28 May 2021
- Recipient: Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Date: Friday 08 Jun 2018
- Recipient: Dunkys Day Nursery (Runcorn)Date: Friday 08 Jun 2018
Meet the Team (10)
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
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.
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.
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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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