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The Nursery is in the building formally known as St Pius Church. The Nursery is arranged over three large areas and can cater for children from 0 to 11 years.
The nursery has the highest standards of security including state-of-the-art door...
Dunky's Day Nursery and Forest School Farnworth is situated in the Farnworth area of Widnes. They are open from 8am to 6pm 51 weeks of the year except for bank holidays.
The Nursery is in the building formally known as St Pius Church. The Nursery is arranged over three large areas and can cater for children from 0 to 11 years.
The nursery has the highest standards of security including state-of-the-art door access and CCTV throughout. In the Forest School children can take calculated risks in a controlled environment, where they will follow the principles of the Forest School 5-pointed star.
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.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Dunkys Day Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Marie McSorley (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 28
Total Places for Children
- 70
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 & Christmas Day
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Dunkys Day Nursery (Farnworth) Reviews (24)
Dunkys Day Nursery (Farnworth) has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.485) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Farnworth) has 24 reviews.
They provide daily feedback on my daughter's day regarding activities and meals.
We are very pleased with the nursery and the experience our daughter is receiving.
They provide daily feedback on my daughter's day regarding activities and meals.
We are very pleased with the nursery and the experience our daughter is receiving.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are happy to hear you are pleased with your daughter's nursery experience.
All members of the staff are very friendly and you can see how much fun...
All members of the staff are very friendly and you can see how much fun the children have with them.
I really enjoy the daily updates of pictures and observations of what they have done that day and the staff always make sure you are given a detailed handover when picking up which I think is really nice.
It puts me at ease being able to check the app to see what he has eaten through the day and when he has napped. The food the children are provided with is amazing and very balanced.
Since starting nursery I can’t believe how much my little boy has come on. I had concerns about his speaking but I have honestly seen a massive improvement since asking the staff for advice about this and I can’t thank them enough for this.
It is such an amazing nursery.
My daughter had spent 11 months in this nursery and today is her last day as we move to a different country. From our very first show around to today, we have absolutely loved being part of the Dunkys Day Nursery forest family. Every morning she is welcomed by a friendly face who is truly excited...
My daughter had spent 11 months in this nursery and today is her last day as we move to a different country. From our very first show around to today, we have absolutely loved being part of the Dunkys Day Nursery forest family. Every morning she is welcomed by a friendly face who is truly excited to see her. She has breakfast with her friends and has a day full of activities that put our play forts and days out to shame. This term she has been a dinosaur hunter and explorer and now currently flies around as a super potato chasing evil peas. She has had three key workers as she has moved through the rooms, each has taken time to get to know her and she speaks very fondly of her favourite ladies. When surveyed on the best bits though I have to mention the food. The chef makes a varied and healthy menu I check in on my break at work to find she has eaten like a queen and enjoyed lunch and dessert they even eat in the garden. This nursery is well worth a look I truly couldn't find better.
I was extremely nervous about sending my daughter to nursery but I'm beyond glad I chose Dunkys Day Nursery! She started in July and I can't begin to describe how much she has come on in such a short space of time. Due to Covid, she's struggled with socialising, hence me starting her at nursery to...
I was extremely nervous about sending my daughter to nursery but I'm beyond glad I chose Dunkys Day Nursery! She started in July and I can't begin to describe how much she has come on in such a short space of time. Due to Covid, she's struggled with socialising, hence me starting her at nursery to begin with. However, she now absolutely loves it, playing with other children and learning new skills. I couldn't have chosen a better nursery and I'm positive that my daughter agrees too!
Amy, thank you so much for your fabulous review of our new Nursery and Forest School Farnworth.
Child Vacancies
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News (10) & Events (0)
- 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...
- 11 Mar 2026
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...
- 14 Jan 2026
A 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...
There are no upcoming events for Dunkys Day Nursery (Farnworth).
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 28 May 2021Recipient: Dunkys Day Nurseries Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (21)

I have worked at Dunky's for 10 years, I have NNEB level 3 and NVQ level 4 in childcare. I also have D32 and D33 assessors awards, level 3...
I have worked at Dunky's for 10 years, I have NNEB level 3 and NVQ level 4 in childcare. I also have D32 and D33 assessors awards, level 3 safeguarding and level 2 food hygiene. I am Paediatric first aid trained and we continue to train around all aspects of childcare development.

I have worked at Dunky's for 15 years. I am level 3 qualified, level 3 safeguarding and level 2 food hygiene, I have also gained a level 3 in early...
I have worked at Dunky's for 15 years. I am level 3 qualified, level 3 safeguarding and level 2 food hygiene, I have also gained a level 3 in early years SENCO. I am paediatric first aid trained and we continue to train around all aspects of childcare development.

I started working at Dunky's in May 2021 and began an apprentice in September of the same year. I completed my course in May 2023 and was took on as...
I started working at Dunky's in May 2021 and began an apprentice in September of the same year. I completed my course in May 2023 and was took on as a nursery teacher. I am now room leader of the baby room. I am paediatric first aid trained, I have level 2 in food hygiene and safeguarding.

I started working at Dunky's in 2021 as lunch time support and was soon offered a more permanent contract. I am paediatric first aid trained, level two in Food hygiene and safe guarding.

I joined Dunkys in July 2023. Since being here, I have completed my Level 2 safeguarding and paediatric first aid training. I am based in the baby room, and I have recently begun an apprenticeship to become a fully qualified Level 3 nursery teacher.

I currently work in the baby room

I am based in the baby room

I am a Level 3 practitioner based in the Pre-Toddler room.

I have recently joined the team here at Dunkys and I am based in the baby room

My name is Becca and I started working at Dunkys as a college student 7 years ago. I have worked my way up to gain my NVQ level 3 and become a team...
My name is Becca and I started working at Dunkys as a college student 7 years ago. I have worked my way up to gain my NVQ level 3 and become a team leader of the toddler room which I love. I love to watch the children learn and grow each day and provide fun and exciting activities which help them build up their knowledge and skills. I am paediatric first aid trained and have my level 2 in food hygiene and safeguarding. I continue to do all aspects of training in childcare development.

I have worked at Dunky's for 8 years. I am level 3 qualified and have level 2 in paediatric first aid, safeguarding and food hygiene. I continue to train in all aspects of childcare development.

I joined Dunkys in March 2023, I am level 2 qualified, I have level 2 in safeguarding and am paediatric first aid trained. I am based in the toddler room which I love. I enjoy working with children, watching them grow and learn.

I am currently level 3 qualified and continuing my studies to progress further. I am currently in the toddler room

I have worked at Dunky's for 3 years. I am level 3 qualified, I have level 2 in both safeguarding and food hygiene. I am paediatric first aid trained and continue to train in all aspects of childcare development.

I joined Dunkys in 2021 and work in the toddler room although I have experience in all the rooms. I am fully first aid trained, I have training in safeguarding and food hygiene.

I am currently an unqualified nursery assistant working in the preschool room. I enjoy supporting the practitioners and setting up lots of lovely activities for the children to enjoy

I have worked at Dunky's for 4 years, I have food hygiene level 3 and level 3 paediatric first aid and safeguarding. I enjoy planting fresh...
I have worked at Dunky's for 4 years, I have food hygiene level 3 and level 3 paediatric first aid and safeguarding. I enjoy planting fresh vegetables, fruit and herbs which are then used in the kitchen to prepare our meals, I also spend time with the children doing cooks corner where we prepare simple recipes together.

I work in the kitchen along the side of the chef helping prepare the food and washing the dishes

I have recently joined the Dunkys team and my job role is to help and support the staff over lunchtime. I help get the beds out for the sleepers, act...
I have recently joined the Dunkys team and my job role is to help and support the staff over lunchtime. I help get the beds out for the sleepers, act as a runner whilst the children are eating enable the staff to sit with the children and clean away after lunch

I have joined the team to help support with lunches

Kaitlyn started as an apprentice and is now Level 2 qualified. Kaitlyn works in our baby room, where she loves watching the babies learn and develop....
Kaitlyn started as an apprentice and is now Level 2 qualified. Kaitlyn works in our baby room, where she loves watching the babies learn and develop. Kaitlyn is paediatric trained, has Level 2 Safeguarding and Food Hygiene. Kaitlyn continues to learn with in-house training and online courses.
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