Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park

Warwick Crescent, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6JQ
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9.8 14 Reviews
  • Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park, Basildon
Munchkins Nursery, Dunton Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted (November 2024). With beautiful purpose-built nursery is nestled in the heart of the Dunton Park estate welcoming children from 12 weeks – 4 years old. Their nursery is the perfect location for families living on the estate or needing access to the A127.

All of their rooms have access to their very own garden area, so their Munchkins can choose to free flow between the indoor and outdoor environments, allowing them to explore and discover the world around them.

Their Outstanding caring team will support your little one as they grow and move through each room at their own pace, from babies, right up to preparing your Munchkin for school.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Katie Rawlings (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 56

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park Reviews (14)

9.8

Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.773) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park has 14 reviews.

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Review from E O (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery. I have no anxieties about leaving my son with the staff here, we are kept to date throughout the day, and always gives us a full handover when we pick him up. They help a lot with my son who has real trouble with separation from us, and reassure us all the time that he is doing well.
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your kind review

Were so pleased to hear that you feel reassured leaving your son with us. Supporting children through separation can be a big step, and our team always aims to provide lots of comfort, encouragement, and reassurance along the way.

Keeping families updated and sharing those daily handovers is really important to us, so its lovely to know it helps you feel confident and connected throughout the day. Your kind words mean a lot to our team.

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Review from Morgan L (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Munchkins is a great nursery. My son has such a lovely relationship with all the staff in the baby room because they are all so attentive and really care for him. The staff are great at encouraging milestones and developing skills. I have no negatives about this nursery only positives. It gives me great
confidence sending my son here and he looks forward to nursery every day he is due in.
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your lovely review!

We're so pleased to hear that your son has built such a wonderful relationship with the team in our baby room. Our team work incredibly hard to create a caring, nurturing environment while encouraging each child's milestones and development, so it means a lot to hear that reflected in your experience.

Knowing that you feel confident sending your son to Munchkins and that he looks forward to his nursery days truly means the world to us. Thank you for your kind words and for being part of our Munchkins family.

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Review from Damilola O (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery. A Conducive, clean and beautiful environment that supports the growth of a child. Warm and attentive staff who make a child feel safe and are always happy to attend nursery. My son is always happy to go in
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your kind review.
Were so pleased to hear that you feel our nursery provides a clean, welcoming and supportive environment for children to grow and learn. It means a lot to know that our team help your son feel safe, happy and excited to come into nursery.
Seeing children arrive with smiles and enjoy their time with us is exactly what we hope for, so your feedback truly means the world to our team. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent communication updated on child's progress very effectively given lots of information. My child is doing really well has a great bond with her key worker and loves going to nursery never have an issue.
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your lovely review.
Were so pleased to hear that youre happy with the communication and updates about your childs progress. Keeping families informed and involved in their childs journey is really important to us.
Its wonderful to know your child has built such a great bond with her key worker and enjoys coming to nursery each day. Hearing that she is doing so well and loves her time with us means so much to our team.
Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us with her care.
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Review from KC O (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is a wonderful place, and we couldn't be happier with the care our child receives. The environment is clean, safe, and welcoming, giving children the perfect space to learn and grow. The staff are incredible-kind, attentive, and genuinely caring. They take the time to understand each child's
individual needs, which gives us real peace of mind as parents. Communication is excellent, and it's clear that our child's wellbeing and happiness are always the top priority. We've seen such positive growth in confidence and development since attending, and we would highly recommend this nursery to any parent.
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your wonderful review.
Were so pleased to hear how happy you are with the care your child receives at Munchkins. Creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment where children can learn, grow and feel comfortable is incredibly important to us.
It means so much to hear that our team make such a positive difference and take the time to understand each childs individual needs. Knowing that you feel peace of mind as parents and that your childs confidence and development have grown since joining us is exactly what we hope for.
Thank you for your kind words and for recommending Munchkins to other families it truly means the world to our team.
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Review from P A (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This was our first parents evening. Overall we throughly enjoyed hearing about the progress and achievements of our child. All the key workers have become like family to us which truly reflects on the bond that our child has developed with everyone in such a short period.
Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for sharing your feedback.
Were so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your first parents evening and found it helpful hearing about your childs progress and achievements. Moments like these are so important for sharing how children are growing and developing during their time with us.
Its truly lovely to hear that our team have become like family to you and that your child has formed such strong bonds with everyone in such a short time. That sense of connection and trust means so much to us.
Thank you for your kind words and for being part of our Munchkins family.
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Review from Christie S (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been with Munchkins since October 2023. He has been in every room from babies, to toddlers and now pre-school and I have seen the personal growth and confidence in him. The team have always been so lovely to me and can tell that my son has bonded with all the staff there.


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are fantastic and they go above and beyond to making sure every child's needs are met. In addition to the times he is in nursery, they also put on additional events e.g. photoshoots, farm days, Santa visits etc that you may not get anywhere else.


It will be bittersweet when my son goes to school next year, but know that Munchkins have played a huge part in his development.

Reply from Lottie Lowe, Marketing Manager at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for your lovely review.
Its wonderful to hear that your son has been with us since the baby room and has grown through each stage into preschool. Watching children develop in confidence and personality over the years is one of the most special parts of what we do.
Were so pleased to hear that he has built such strong bonds with our team and that youve had such a positive experience with us as a family. Its also lovely to know you enjoy the additional events we organise throughout the year we always try to create those extra special moments for the children.
Although it will be bittersweet when he heads off to school next year, were so proud to have been part of his journey and to have played a role in his development. Thank you for your kind words and for being part of our Munchkins family.
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Review from Vicky W (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl loves going to nursery, she says good bye to me and walks straight in with one of the ladies. I love seeing how happy she is and her makaton has come along and learnt so much. When she first started I was very unsure but everyday got better and seeing her walk in and saying all the ladies
names I know she is safe and ready to start the day happy!
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Senior Management at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkWe are so pleased that you are enjoying your nursery chapter and that you are confident with your choice in Munchkins!
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Review from J J (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really nice nursery with wonderful staff. My son enjoys nursery, especially spending time with his key worker and other adults in the room. Great set of resources and routine. Staff available for advice.
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you very much for leaving us such a lovely review!
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Review from Jade S (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started here in September at 2 years old, he was very clingy to us at home, so the settle periods were very teary, (from both sides!) The staff at the nursery were incredibly supportive and after a few weeks, he was walking in by himself waving bye to us! I couldn't thank them enough and always
highly recommend.
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for leaving us such a kind review!
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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Munchkins Nursery & Preschool was one of the best decisions I ever made taking my daughter to. The nursery rooms are tailored for each age group and the staff have a clear passion and interest in getting to know the individual children's likes and dislikes. The staff have a refreshing approach and focus
on the kids passions, likes and interest to form a bond with them. My daughter has taken an interest in the yoga that they do in the classes and has continued this by wanting to do this at home. She also loves books, and on days where she may be a bit unsettled, will sit and read a book with a staff member. I have also never had any concerns for the hygiene of the nursery and the food is amazing. Myself and other parents have often asked how do they make certain foods for the picky eaters, because my daughter will eat absolutely everything there. You receive updates throughout the day, and photos, including observations. Truly a lovely nursery.
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for leaving such a lovely review, we are so pleased that you are confident and settled as a parent navigating the nursery chapter, and that your little Munchkin is so happy with us here at Munchkins!
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Review from Jodie J (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Munchkins Nursery & Preschool. From day one, the staff have been warm, caring, and incredibly supportive. Our daughter has blossomed in confidence, and it's amazing to see how much she has learned since she started going. She absolutely loves going to nursery, and it's clear
how much effort the staff put into making every day special. The communication is fantastic, we always feel informed and reassured. It's such a joy to see our daughter so happy and excited to go in every morning. We highly recommend Munchkins to any parent looking for a nurturing and engaging environment. I want to give a special mention and thanks to four members of staff, they are all so amazing and I can truly see how much the children mean to them.
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkWow, this is a beautiful review, thank you so much.
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Review from Julia C (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My twins are very happy to come in every morning, their speech has improved so much, and also the Makaton signing. When I pick them up in the evening, they are very clean, happy and chatty, they want, with their words, to tell what they had done during the day.
A big thank you to their key worker
and to all the ladies in the preschool room.
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you very much for leaving such a kind review!
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Review from Hannah G (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started nursery in October 2024 at Munchkins in the baby room, he absolutely loves it. The baby room is fantastic, they send you updates throughout the day and pictures of what they have been up to. They provide such a good variety of foods and lots of healthy options. The staff have settled
him in so well and he really enjoys going into nursery. Since being there he has learnt so much and developed lots of skills and is very confident. They have such a wide range of activities throughout the day aswell as a lovely garden for them to explore. I would highly recommend Munchkins to anyone thinking of joining the nursery!
Reply from Lottie Hayward, Marketing at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton ParkThank you so much for leaving us a review! It means the world!
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.773)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.773) out of 10 for Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 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 4.923 for Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park is calculated as follows: ( (157 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 168 Ratings = 4.923
  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 4.85 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park is based on 14 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 = 3.85
    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 56 number of registered child places is 11.2, which has been reached with 14 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park

What is the Age Range of Children that Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park accepts?

Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park Open?

Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park have capacity for?

Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park has capacity for a total of 56 Children.

How far is Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park to the centre of Basildon?

2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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