Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Hapsford Hall, Moor Lane, Hapsford, Frodsham WA6 0JZ
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Situated in the village of Hapsford, Dunkys Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming nursery, providing day care to children from birth to 5 years old. Care is available for full day, half day and school hour sessions, meaning you can choose the times that suit you.

The nursery offers a purpose-built environment where children are able to play and learn under the watchful eye of the experienced and friendly team. Rooms are spacious and the nursery has an array of resources to ensure that no two days are the same.

When starting the nursery, each child is assigned a key person. This gives the child and their families the chance to build a relationship with a member of the team, assuring that children have a person they feel comfortable around - this especially helps ease the nerves on those first few days.

All Dunkys Day Nurseries are built around making sure that growing up is fun, and the Hapsford nursery is no different. The team are committed to giving all families the peace of mind that their child enjoys every day they spend at the nursery, whilst also providing support and encouragement as they grow into curious and confident individuals.

Care Provided by Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Tracy Towns (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 9
  • Total Places for Children
  • 45
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

  • Full Day - £70.00
    8am-1pm - £50.00
    1pm-6pm - £50.00
    9am-3pm - £60.00
    hourly charge - £7.50
    7.30 start £7.85


  • Snacks and meals are included in charges as above.


  • Parking
  • Parents Car Park on site


Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) Reviews (17)

9.9

Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) has 17 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great staff at Hapsford. Always welcoming and really do a great job with the kids. My child is really excited to go in every day and always comes back home with a smile. Keep up the good work. Thanks again for all your efforts - much appreciated.

Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for your kind review, it is much appreciated.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We cannot express how pleased we are that we chose Dunky's Hapsford as the setting for our child. From our very first walk round, the family feel is evident and all the staff are so friendly and enthusiastic. The manager couldn't do enough to ensure that his transition was smooth and easy for both him
and us as first-time parents. Our child has allergies so initially we were worried about how that would affect him during the day. All staff and management were so reassuring and made sure that he would be safe. The cook always makes him amazing food (that he always devours) that suits his allergy needs. Our child loves going to nursery and bounces in every morning and comes home chatty and happy after every day. We love the use of the Famly app to see what he is getting up to and love the observations that the staff do, making us feel so involved in his development journey. We would highly recommend Dunky's Hapsford to anyone looking for a brilliant, family feel nursery.

Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you so much for such a lovely review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Dunky's team at Hapsford always ensure that every day is an adventure! They have fantastic resources for the children to access both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor space is incredible and the children are often outside in all weathers having fun through learning. Updates are provided via the
family app which is brilliant! Food is cooked fresh on site and the menu is varied and encourages our boy to try new things. Photos are posted to show what our boy has been up too as well as any comments and questions he has made. I love this feature as it helps my Mum guilt as I can see he's having fun and having the best time!


We live in Ellesmere Port and chose this nursery because it offers so much more than local nursery settings in our area. Our son started when he was 1 he's now 3 years old and is thriving! Our son has special dietary requests and these are taken seriously and reviewed regularly. Dunky's Nursery is the perfect setting for our son to learn, explore and have fun!


Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son aged 2.5years started at Dunkys Hapsford in May 2024. The staff have all been incredibly welcoming to him. He settled well into the nursery, he went for a settling-in session every day for a week and on his first full day he happily walked into the nursery and has been very happy and settled
since. Communication from the nursery is fantastic, we know exactly how our child is all day when he is there, the app the nursery uses is brilliant. He enjoys a range of activities and being outdoors when there. We are also aware of the progress he makes with updates of photos on the app.


My son is a slow talker and the girls have been supportive of this and have offered us help through a referral to an outside agency. They have worked hard to support his communication. He is happy to arrive and always has a big smile and shouts bye when we leave. The nursery provides lovely activities to support at home which are left in a basket by the door. We are pleased we chose Dunkys for our son.


Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for your lovely review we are really grateful.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 20-month-old son has been with Dunkeys now for 5 months. I knew I would find choosing a nursery for him difficult but as soon as I stepped into Dunkeys for a show around I knew it was the place for him. (Show around by the Manager) The staff were all so welcoming and friendly and they made me feel
I am part of their little family.


My little boy absolutely loves coming to nursery and enjoys playing with all his favourite things. At the end of each session, I am told what he has been showing interest in and what he has been learning. I can tell the staff know him so well (which makes me happy) Staff are always enthusiastic and you can see they all work well as a team. I would highly recommend Dunkeys Nursery!


Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you this is such a lovely, thoughtful review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended since March '21 and he has loved it since day 1. All of the staff are very welcoming, clearly adored by the children and continuously find new exciting activities for the children to take part in. Since becoming part of the Dunkys group of nurseries the nursery has further
transformed with a strong focus on inspiring children of all ages to find new ways to learn, at nursery and at home. The recent introduction of weekend books and home learning resources are a fantastic example of this and builds a strong connection between home and the nursery setting. This is a fantastic nursery with a real warmth at the heart of it and a run by a wonderful team.

Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for such a lovely review, it is much appreciated.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hi have two children at Dunky's Hapsford, my daughter started at 10 months old and is now almost 3, and my son has been attending for over 6 months now. Both children absolutely love it there. My daughter was easily and quickly settled in and although it took my son a while to get used to being away
from me, they now both run in with huge smiles on their faces. The level of attention that the staff provide to the children is outstanding and both children have developed so much since being at Dunky's. The nursery itself is a great surrounding with lots of outdoor activities including climbing frame. I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone looking to put their child in. An extra benefit is that the nursery offers a short day of 9-3 which not all nurseries offer and is a great benefit to myself and other parents with older children in primary school.

Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for such a lovely review it means a lot to us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing nursery that makes my little boy's days jam-packed with fun! He is always excited to go in and the staff are wonderful with him. They do a lot of outside play which he loves and keeps you updated on the app which is always helpful. Would definitely recommend it.

Reply from Tracy Towns, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Dunkys (Hapsford) have been amazing with my little boy, when he started they were keen to purchase the same bottles and milk that we use at home. They provide regular updates and he loves going in. We really enjoy the stay and play sessions they do at special events so we can spend some
time playing with him in the room and see what he has been up to. We also appreciate the app so we can see how much sleep and food he has had during the day as well as any observations.

Reply from Lesley Foulkes, Business Development Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Hi Jenny, thank you for such a lovely response, it is really appreciated.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with Dunkys Day Nursery in Hapsford. Both my children have attended here. They have been well looked after and happy. The staff are lovely. They have sensible illness policies. I would recommend it.

Reply from Lesley Foulkes, Business Development Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Dunkys Day Nursery in Hapsford since 2022, and as a nursery, it’s so organised and well structured, and the staff is so lovely. I would absolutely recommend Dunkys to any parents who are thinking about taking their child to Dunkys because they will love it, it’s a great
place for your child to grow as an individual and learn, and parents can be relaxed knowing their child is in safe hands.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending since 2022 and he thoroughly enjoys going. The staff are always friendly, professional and greet us with a smile at drop off and pick up. Staff are also approachable and deal with any queries promptly. The activities and resources available for the children inside and outside
are plentiful and varied, including a forest school area. The food menu in particular is healthy and offers a range of different options for the children which include lots of vegetables and fruit. At pick-up, you are given a thorough handover of your child’s day which is reassuring and valuable. When I’m away I know that my child is safe and cared for and I would definitely recommend it.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so thrilled to hear that you would recommend us and that your little boy enjoys his time at nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy started at Dunkys Day Nursery Hapsford in late 2022 after his previous nursery closed. They have welcomed him with open arms and we are so pleased with the transition between nurseries. I receive updates throughout the day via the app, from nappy changes to what food he has had and how
much and how many naps he has had - it's amazing. We also receive updates showing what activities the children have done that day, including pictures of our little one. The outdoor space is fantastic! The food is freshly prepared on site and our little boy has got used to lots of new flavours and meals thanks to this. The teachers are great and know what comforts our little boy. They go above and beyond for the children and ensure they have a safe, happy and fun learning environment. They have also invited us in for craft evening and parents evening where it gives us a great opportunity to speak to the teachers and watch our little boy playing. We highly recommend this nursery! 5 stars!

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Hi Jenny,


Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you're happy with the care we provide for your little boy.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son loves going to Dunkys. When he was struggling with separation, staff tried different things to help him with handover and now he goes in very happily. He loves his friends and staff there and has really come on in his development and learns a lot (sometimes he doesn't want to leave at the end
of the day!). The setting is great but it is the care and attention of the staff that make it special. They genuinely care about the children and want the best for them which shows.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Hi Jen,
We are so pleased you are happy with the care we provide at the nursery, thank you so much for your lovely review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dunkys Day Nursery in Hapsford is a wonderful place for our little boy to learn about the world. Selecting a nursery is a really important choice for any parent but my heart was warmed from the moment I stepped through the door when we first looked round when our baby was small. You can tell there are
decades of love and fun baked into the place. Our little boy has key workers who clearly care about him very much, and are as delighted by his quirks and milestones as we his family are. Outdoor play is integral to nursery life and the children are encouraged to get muddy, splash about and be curious in nature, which is a fantastic way to learn. There is lots of reading, singing and art, and the children are encouraged to do what makes them happy, even if that particular day, what makes them happy is having a cuddle with their key worker reading stories. They also eat incredibly well and the menu is varied and healthy, with a few treats for good measure. An amazing team and place.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Hi Rose,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and taking the time to give us such positive feedback. We're absolutely thrilled you're happy with the care we provide for your little boy.
Many thanks,
Kelly


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two children who attend the nursery. I find picking them up to be quick and easy. I really like the app which shows pictures and gives updates on what has been happening at the nursery. The updates always feel personal and it is nice to see how the children are getting on at the nursery.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you for your feedback Paul, it's lovely to hear.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing - caring, engaged and with an amazing approach to children. Communication on what is going on is clear, and we have a clear overview on what baby is doing, eating etc. The team is looking into the baby development and you can see the progress.

Reply from Kelly Lockhart, Manager at Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, Martin. We really appreciate your feedback.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.938)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 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 4.938 for Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) is calculated as follows: ( (135 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.938

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) is based on 12 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 45 number of registered child places is 9, which has been reached with 12 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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 (11)

Tracy

Tracy Towns

Job Title: Nursery manager

Joined: 2014

I have been qualified since 1992.


I have worked for Dunkys since 2014.


I have my NNEB and NVQ level 4 in child care. I also have a Certificate Of Higher Education from Edge Hill University.


I also have D32 & D33 Assessors awards. I am a fully qualified Paediatric First Aider. I am IOSH trained and I am trained in Safeguarding, Manual Handling, and Food Hygiene. I am also level 3 trained in Forest school. I also continually train around all aspects of childcare development and legislation.


Joanne

Joanne Hanratty

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2022

I have worked in childcare for 20 years and worked for Dunky's since May 2022. I am based in the Preschool room and have been promoted to deputy manager. I am paediatric first aid trained, I am trained in food hygiene and safeguarding. I have recently qualified as a level 3 forest school teacher.


Jennifer

Jennifer Peers

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2022

I have worked in childcare for 14 years and worked for Dunky's since 2022. I am a babyroom leader but have experience in all age groups from my 12 years of experience. I am paediatric first aid trained, trained in food hygiene, and safeguarding and am currently doing ELKLAN training to aid children's speech and language.


Sarah

Sarah Sadler

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2023

My name is Sarah, I am 29 years old, and I have worked for Dunky's since April 2023. I have been in childcare for 13 years. I am currently the toddler room leader and the SENCO in the nursery. I have a level 3 NVQ in childcare, a level 3 role of the SENCO, I am paediatric first aid trained as well as being trained in safeguarding and food hygiene


Tracy

Tracy Carter

Job Title: Nursery Chef

Joined: 2022

I started working for Dunky's in 2022 as a practitioner, I was previously a nursery manager for over 10 years but decided to take a step back to create a more stable work/home life balance. I have a level 5 in childcare and young people's education and I went on to complete a level 2 in health and nutrition and became the chef in January 2023. I am paediatric first aid trained and hold a level 3 in food hygiene.


My favourite things to do are spending time with my family, baking, walks with the dog, fun days out such as paddle boarding and weekends away.


Natasha

Natasha Larmour

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2022

I have 9 years of experience in childcare and have worked for Dunky's since 2022. I have recently completed my level 3 with a distinction. I have experience working with SEN children and I closely work with our SENCO to support the needs of the children. I am paediatric first aid trained, trained in safeguarding and food hygiene


Hannah

Hannah Liggett

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2023

I started working for Dunkys as a Bank staff and have precious experience working in a nursery setting. I am currently completing my level 3 apprenticeship in Early Years. I am enjoying working towards my qualification.


I have a level diploma in Health & social care with distinction.


I am pediatric first aid trained and also trained in Safeguarding and Food hygiene.


Shannon

Shannon Barber

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2023

I have been qualified since started work at Hapsford in 2023.


Gillian

Gillian Garner

Job Title: Bank staff

Joined: 2022

I began my career in childcare in 2016 studying an apprenticeship which enabled me to gain my level 2. I started working for Dunky's in 2022 and love being a part of this amazing team. I am trained in safeguarding and food hygiene and am paediatric first aid trained.


Cathy

Cathy Davies

Job Title: Bank staff

Joined: 2022

My name is Cathy Davies and I began studying for level 3 in childcare when my youngest child started school. I began my career at Helsby playgroup and then worked for Badgers Barn before transferring to Dunky's in 2022. I gained my qualification in working with children with special needs and became a one-to-one worker for two children. I have worked in childcare for 25 years and recently retired. As I loved working for Dunky's so much I continued to stay on their bank staff which gives me flexibility while staying within a profession that I love.


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Isabel Carberry

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

I am a level 3 Practioner


Frequently Asked Questions about Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford)

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

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

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

Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) 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 (Hapsford) have capacity for?

Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) has capacity for a total of 45 Children.

How far is Dunkys Day Nursery (Hapsford) to the centre of Frodsham?

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