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Dunkys Day Nursery Culcheth # Dunkys Day Nursery Culcheth Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2021) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Thompson Avenue, Culcheth, Warrington, WA3 4EB · Warrington Number of places 55 places Age range 4–0 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Warrington About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Dunky's Day Nursery offers high-quality, accessible childcare for children aged 0-11 years, operating 51 weeks a year from 7:30 am to 6 pm. The nursery prides itself on providing flexible session options including full-day, half-day, and school-hours sessions, with the ability to add extra hours as needed, ensuring families only pay for the childcare they require. They are committed to an all-inclusive approach, providing essential consumables such as nappies, wipes, formula, bottles, and all meals. Dunky's Day Nursery actively supports government childcare initiatives, including both 15 and 30 hours of free childcare. Emphasising a holistic approach to child development, the nursery offers specialised learning and a wide variety of activities, with a strong focus on outdoor education. They boast several Forest Schools across their locations, providing rich, natural environments for children to explore, encouraging creativity, confidence, and a connection with nature. The nursery also features award-level nutrition as part of its commitment to children's well-being. Our ethos Dunkys Day Nursery champions a holistic approach to child development, with a strong focus on outdoor education and Forest Schools. They aim to foster creativity, confidence, and a connection with nature by providing rich, natural environments for children to explore. The nursery is committed to an all-inclusive childcare experience and award-level nutrition. What it's like Children are very happy at the beautifully presented nursery and have formed strong bonds with nurturing staff and each other. The well-organised environment promotes children's natural curiosity and eagerness to learn. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. Flexible childcare options All-inclusive packages Government childcare funding accepted Forest School provision Award-level nutrition ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Session types Full-day sessions, Half-day sessions, School-hours sessions, Hourly add-ons Food All meals provided, award-level nutrition Opening hours 7:30 am to 6 pm, 51 weeks per year Age range 0-11 years ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dunkys Day Nursery Culcheth Inspection date Sept 2021 Inspection no. 10130296 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170423)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY562239) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dunkys-day-nursery-culcheth-wa3-4eb-ey562239) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dunkys Day Nursery Culcheth Last inspected 16 September 2021 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are very happy at the beautifully presented nursery and have formed strong bonds with nurturing staff and each other. The well-organised environment promotes children's natural curiosity and eagerness to learn. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. Inspector highlights - Children are very happy and have strong bonds with staff. - Physical development is a strength. - Partnerships with parents are strong. - Children benefit from an interesting and well-balanced curriculum. - Leaders place high priority on staff well-being. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the quality of the curriculum for communication and language development in the baby room - 2 provide staff with sharply focused feedback, more frequently, to help to raise the quality of education to the highest level. Inspection #10130296 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170423) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education indoors and outdoors, and evaluated the impact on children's learning. Older children are excited when they find a slug and a spider in the ‘curiosity cube’ and are challenged to remember different creatures they have found in the garden. ## Parent Reviews of Dunkys Day Nursery Culcheth 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXjhDHo5TGIbhcnrCpa-GA3F0lodTr5Rp2ke3tA2aaAmMyKVR6P=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Twin Mummy 4 years ago Best Nursery in the area, my kids have been going since it opened and they absolutely love it and adore the staff. We will all be sad when they finish in September ready for school 😢 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxX3NmQkJBEAE!2m1!1s0x487b07d182b39de9:0xb04174e78df3f1fa) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWuzSGIxS_l_n_1eORFw4U4YldXnyH4ZImB5t4h0whezmZR-ZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sian McGrory 6 years ago Fab nursery, highly recommended. 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