Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

101 Barrow Hall Lane, Great Sankey, Warrington WA5 3AE
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8.9 61 Reviews
  • Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey), Warrington
Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) in Warrington offers 55 childcare places in a safe, exciting learning environment. Supportive, trained staff ensure children can develop skills at their own pace while having lots of fun. The nursery is open from 8am to 6pm 51 weeks of the year except for bank holidays.

Children are supported to build relationships and understand the world through their senses, language, music and movement. Staff attend regular training to ensure they continue to provide excellent care for each child. Healthy, nutritious food is provided for children.
                                
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.

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Care Provided by Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Cheryl Humphries (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 26
  • Total Places for Children
  • 85
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening 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 & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

  • £70 per day, £50 Am or Pm sessions, £60 short day session
    Breakfast Club £9
    After School Club £15
    Holiday Club 9-3 £20
    Holiday Club 8-6 £30
    Holiday Club 8-1 or 1-6 £15
    Extra Hour £7.50. Early Start £7.85

  • Fees are payable by 5th of each calendar month and are based on a monthly average.
  • Parking

  • There is a car park directly in front of the nursery for you to park which is not accessed by the public.


Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) Reviews (61)

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Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.878) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) has 61 reviews.

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Review from Adrianna C (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started here less than a month ago, the staff made him feel so nice and welcome, they are super supportive during this time of big adjustments. My child seems to enjoy the nursery, the staff are super nice and he seems to trust the ladies who take care of him which makes me feel very reassured
that he is safe and well taken care of. He is dairy and egg-free due to allergies and the staff have made sure that his breakfasts lunches and tea are dairy and egg-free and he seems to enjoy the food here which is great! Overall we are having a great experience and I would recommend Dunky Day Nursery to anyone looking for a great childcare provider.

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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've had a wonderful experience, from the moment we walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere was evident. The staff are caring and professional, ensuring each child feels safe and engaged. The facilities are bright, clean, and well-organised, with excellent outdoor play areas. The staff's dedication
to creating a nurturing and educational environment is outstanding. Our son thrives here, excitedly sharing his daily experiences. Communication is excellent, with regular updates and photos that keep us connected to our son's activities. The nursery values parent feedback and fosters a strong partnership. Their approach to nutrition and health is commendable, offering nutritious meals and maintaining high hygiene standards. Overall, we highly recommend Dunkys Day Nursery (Warrington) it is a nurturing and supportive place for any child.

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Review from P F (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

The staff were very welcoming, they made the whole admission process very easy. My Child's meal was put into consideration, especially for the fact that he is picky with his meals. I look forward to a very fruitful academic year. Cheers Dunky's Day Nursery Warrington WA5

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Review from Chloe T (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are lovely and extremely informative when doing handovers. We’ve had no problems whatsoever hence coming back to Dunkys with my second child. I personally like how they have helped with the weaning process and been encouraging when I’ve had doubts about what I should be giving at what age.
Excited for my little one to grow up there.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you so much for your kind words. It is nice to know that you are happy to return to us and have trusted us with the care of your children.


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Review from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have 2 children at Dunkeys Sankey, 1 in the baby room and 1 in the preschool room. They love their time there and we feel very comfortable sending them to Dunkeys. All the ladies working there are caring and take the time to know the children, their likes, dislikes and how to comfort them.
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boys are very close and we love how the ladies understand this and allow both of them to see each other through the day, this is usually over the garden fence. We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Dunkeys for the care and attention they give to our boys.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for your lovely words. It really does mean a lot to us that you and the children are happy.


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Review from N K (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 2 children at Dunkys, Sankey and wouldn’t dream of sending them anywhere else. My eldest has just graduated and his bond with the staff has been lovely, he has progressed well throughout his time there.
My youngest child is 1 and has had issues medically, the Dunkys team have been so amazing
and reassuring. My child has really settled in and built fantastic relationships with the staff, he is happy and excited to go to nursery in the morning. The staff have been amazing with any medication he has and really ensured all his needs are met. We as a family highly Recommend Dunkys to anyone. It’s a fantastic nursery and your children will have the best time and be given the best care.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

It is wonderful to hear how happy you and your children are with us here at Dunkys. I will pass your comments to the staff as I know it means a lot to them.


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Review from V W (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son settled in quickly. The staff are really lovely, connect well with the children and do lots of engaging activities. All extra requirements our son needed were worked into his care. Very happy!

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you so much for your kind words, I know the staff will be pleased to hear how you feel about the care they offer the children.


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Review from Heather C (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves going to Dunkys Day Nursery at Great Sankey, he even asks if he can go on days that he isn’t in nursery! He has developed so much since starting there, especially his speech. The staff are wonderful and he has formed great bonds with them all. I have recommended Dunkys to all
of my friends!

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

It is lovely to hear how happy he is to come to Dunkys even when he doesn't need to! Thank you for the recommendations, as that really does show that you are pleased with the care we offer.


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Review from h p (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are very kind and helpful. My son looks forward to nursery every day. Everything is reported thoroughly through the app. Overall very happy with this nursery and would recommend it to others. Both my children have attended.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for the kind comments, feedback will be given to the nursery team as it means a lot to them all. Many Thanks


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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing staff, very professional, friendly and supportive. My little boy really enjoys going - he is straight in the door when I drop him off. I was recommended by a friend, and I'm really glad I put him in Dunky's.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you very much for your lovely words. It really does mean a lot to the team and we are so pleased that your son enjoys attending and enjoys his time with us.


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Review from Mel S (Grandmother of Child) published on 10 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent facilities and staff are always very approachable and friendly, my granddaughter loves attending this nursery and has lots of fun with the staff doing lots of activities every day. I highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.


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Review from Rachel F (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has been excellent for both my children. My daughter who is now 5 loved it there and would happily go back. My son who is 18 months loves it also. The staff are very friendly and go out of there way to be helpful. The nursery is very nice inside and very clean. The garden is also perfect
with the fake grass so no mud. There is lots of outdoor equipment and toys for the kids to engage in. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the review, your kind words mean a lot to us here at the nursery. Many thanks.


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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fabulous nursery. My daughter started Dunky's when she was 10 months, old back in 2019. I felt very comfortable leaving her with all of the staff, one member in particular in the baby room who is very kind and helpful and was just amazing with her. After returning from covid I was worried that she wouldn't
settle back in, we had tears beforehand, but the manager and her team have done an excellent job of making sure she enjoys the day and her fussy eating is attended to. Thank you to all, she has come on leaps and bounds and is definitely in good stead for when she will start primary school Sep 2023.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the review, your kind words mean a lot to the staff. Many thanks.


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Review from Tanya C (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I think for any family, sending their baby to nursery after maternity leave is so overwhelming and an anxious time for everybody. After viewing several nurseries, we chose Dunky's Day Nursery (Sankey) due to the family and homely feel that we got when we visited. We really wanted the nursery to be a
home-from-home experience for our baby and I think this is exactly what we have got. Staff really go above and beyond to suit our needs, communication is very effective and our son is so happy at nursery which is our priority. We can't thank the team at Dunky's enough for such a beautiful first half term and we can't wait to see what else our boy learns during his nursery journey. Thank you all so much.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for your kind words they mean so much to us here at the nursery. We cannot wait to support your little one through his next steps here at the nursery.


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Review from P Q (Father of Child) published on 22 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fabulous and friendly staff have made our son feel both welcome and secure at the nursery he loves to attend. He joined at 18 months and has come on leaps and bounds. I’m really impressed and would highly recommend.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for your kind words and we are so happy that your son has settled so well with us here at the nursery. Many thanks.


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Review from Lucy W (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn’t recommend this nursery enough! My daughter was 12 months when she started and she loves going. The girls that take care of her always show how much they care and my daughter has made very good attachments to them. All the staff are lovely people. Never have I felt uneasy putting my daughter
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Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for the kind words they mean a lot to us here at the nursery.
Many thanks


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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy started in January 2022 and we couldn't be happier with the service and environment Dunky's Day Nursery Sankey provides. We were offered as many settling in days as we felt he needed and were never made to feel rushed or obligated to choose Dunky's on our first visit. The staff are all
super friendly and know him by name when we arrive in the morning, and he always goes in without a problem, which definitely helps with the mum guilt. We love that we get updates throughout the day on the app and recently attended our first 'parents evening' which isn't something I thought we would do until school but it was lovely to hear his progress and get a feel of things he does while he's there, really couldn't recommend them enough.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Hi Lucy
Thank you for the kind words, it means so much to us as a nursery.


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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, I have already recommended it to a friend whose little girl has recently started. The staff are amazing and helped our little girl settle in so well. She has started to thrive since being there (currently 4 days a week) and her development has come on strength to strength. I’m an
anxious person which unfortunately means I’m a very anxious mum so this transition from maternity leave to nursery has been quite difficult for me personally but I can see how compassionate and caring the staff are and my daughter is so happy and comfortable with them which is lovely to see and this has made things so much easier. The staff work with us and act as a team with my husband and I which is great. As she’s changing and developing so fast, the staff are happy to implement new things that we’re doing at home now too. It says it all when I drop her off and she runs in happy to start the day. Couldn’t ask for more!

Reply from Jane Mclean, Senior Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy that you are so pleased with the service we provide.


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Review from Beth F (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Sankey Dunky’s Day Nursery is such a fabulous nursery with lovely staff. My daughter finds it hard to communicate and form bonds however she loves all the staff and gets excited to see them at nursery time, she has come on leaps and bounds since starting here! Also, love that I am able to get
updates continuously whilst she is at nursery and the staff have always gone above and beyond to meet my daughter's needs! Would always recommend Great Sankey Dunky’s.

Reply from Cheryl Humphries, Nursery Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

Thank you for the kind words. They mean so much to us as a team.
Many thanks.


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Review from Summit T (Father of Child) published on 4 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. They look after your child well. I would recommend to everyone. Staff are great. My son feels happy there. He enjoys all the games and activities they do in the nursery. My son is learning a lot.

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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.878)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.878) out of 10 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 7 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.766 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) is calculated as follows: ( (82 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 94 Ratings = 4.766

  • b) 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 4.112 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) is based on 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.7

    • ii) 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 85 number of registered child places is 17. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 17 = 0.412

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Meet the Team (17)

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Cheryl

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2014

2009 CCLD L4


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Eve

Job Title: Deputy manager

Joined: 2020

2014 C&D L3


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Laura

Job Title: Preschool Team Leader

Joined: 2017

2017 BA (Hons) ECS L6


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Alisha

Job Title: Toddler Team Leader

Joined: 2020

2022 EYE L3


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Ziggy

Job Title: Baby Room Team Leader

Joined: 2023

2012 CCLD L3


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Brigitte

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2014

2014 CYPW L3


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Caitlin

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

2021 EYE L3


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Janice

Job Title: Nursery Chef

Joined: 2017

2017 FS L2


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Kate

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

2018 CUCYPMH L2


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Laura

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2016

2014 CCLD L3


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Megan

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

2014 CCLD L3


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Deborah

Job Title: Out of School Practitioner

Joined: 2022

2009 NVQ Playwork L3


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Tracy

Job Title: Nursery Administrator

Joined: 2022

2012 BA (Hons) ECS & EYPS L7


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Karen

Job Title: Bank Staff

Joined: 2019

2018 PGCE


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Jo

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2018

1990 CNN L3


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Jessica

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2023

2023 CCLD L2


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Cristiana

Job Title: Bank Staff

Joined: 2023

2023 EYP L2


Frequently Asked Questions about Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey)

What is the Age Range of Children that Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) accepts?

Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) Open?

Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) is open: 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.

How many Children does Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) have capacity for?

Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) has capacity for a total of 85 Children.

How far is Dunkys Day Nursery (Sankey) to the centre of Warrington?

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

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