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4.3★ average from 58 Google reviews

We track 18 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Runcorn. 15 of those have a Runcorn address; the rest are in surrounding villages and suburbs but still within a short drive. At their latest inspection: 2 rated Outstanding, 16 rated Good — 100% of graded settings here are Good or better. Parents have left 82 Google reviews across 11 of these nurseries, averaging 4.5★. 12 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 10 are registered to take babies under two. Each entry below links to a full profile with inspection history, fees where published, opening hours and Google reviews.

Nurseries in Runcorn at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and Google reviews for settings within 2 miles of Runcorn.

18
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.5★
82 Google reviews
12
Accept funded hours
10
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding2
  • Good16

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there near Runcorn?
We list 18 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Runcorn, 15 of which have a Runcorn address. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Runcorn are rated Outstanding?
2 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted within 2 miles of Runcorn, including Dunky's Day Nursery (Runcorn), Play Away Day Nursery. Outstanding is the top grade and is awarded to a minority of settings, so also compare Good-rated nurseries on hours, fees and location.
What do parents say about nurseries near Runcorn?
Across 11 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 2 miles of Runcorn have left 82 Google reviews at an average of 4.5★. Individual pages show the review text so you can look for recurring themes — settling-in, communication and staff turnover are the most useful signals.
Can I use funded hours at a nursery near Runcorn?
12 of the 18 nurseries within 2 miles of Runcorn (67%) confirm they accept government-funded early years hours. Eligibility depends on your child's age and your working status — check the nursery's own page for which funding codes they take and whether they charge for consumables on top.
Which nurseries near Runcorn take babies?
10 settings within 2 miles of Runcorn are registered to care for children from under two, and baby-room places are usually the first to fill. If you need a place before your child turns one, contact several nurseries as early as you can — waiting lists of six to twelve months are common.

These nursery listings are compiled from official Ofsted records, nursery websites, details provided directly by nurseries where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more