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Play, learn and grow
with Monkey Puzzle

Welcome to Monkey Puzzle

Hello. Welcome to Monkey Puzzle Bishops Stortford. We are so excited you have arrived on our website and can’t wait to show you what a fantastic nursery we have. Our team are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life by caring for and supporting them to play, learn and grow in a positive and stimulating environment.

We would love to welcome and show you around our beautiful nursery setting so please get in touch.

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What Makes Us Special

Convenient Location for Busy Families

Just minutes from the A120, M11, and Bishops Stortford Train Station, our nursery is easy to reach, making drop-offs, pickups, and your daily routine hassle-free. Our nursery offers high-quality childcare in a safe, welcoming environment for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

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Fun, Adventure-Filled Days Indoors and Outdoors

From messy play and creative activities to our large all-weather outdoor play area, every day is full of fun, exploration, and discovery. Extra-curricular activities are included, ensuring your child enjoys learning, exercise, and new experiences every day.

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Holistic Learning That Prepares Children for School

From communication and literacy to problem-solving and social skills, our curriculum helps children build the confidence and abilities they need to thrive at nursery and beyond.

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Convenient Location for Busy Families

Just minutes from the A120, M11, and Bishops Stortford Train Station, our nursery is easy to reach, making drop-offs, pickups, and your daily routine hassle-free. Our nursery offers high-quality childcare in a safe, welcoming environment for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Find Out More

Fun, Adventure-Filled Days Indoors and Outdoors

From messy play and creative activities to our large all-weather outdoor play area, every day is full of fun, exploration, and discovery. Extra-curricular activities are included, ensuring your child enjoys learning, exercise, and new experiences every day.

Find Out More

Holistic Learning That Prepares Children for School

From communication and literacy to problem-solving and social skills, our curriculum helps children build the confidence and abilities they need to thrive at nursery and beyond.

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Social Development

Childcare offers more than financial benefits. It’s a gateway for children to build relationships, develop social skills, make friends, and enjoy diverse learning experiences. This prepares them not just for school but also for life. We are part of the local community groups, building relationships with other local businesses, schools and baby groups.

Parent and Carer Reviews

From our Daynurseries.co.uk reviews, find out what our parents have to say about their time at our Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery and Preschool in Bishops Stortford.

Hear what our parents and carers have to say about our Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery and Preschool in Bishops Stortford with a selection of reviews from Daynurseries.co.uk.

Shane M (Father of Child)

We are so happy with our son’s experience at Monkey Puzzle. The caring staff, engaging activities, and warm environment have helped him grow in confidence and development. Communication is excellent, and we couldn’t recommend this nursery more highly.

Rebecca B (Mother of Child)

Our son loves Monkey Puzzle and has built such strong bonds with the staff. The whole team are caring, supportive, and know every child personally. We’re impressed by his progress, especially in speech, and highly recommend this wonderful nursery.

R J (Mother of Child)

A brilliant nursery with caring, creative staff and great communication. Our son loves attending and enjoys varied activities and healthy meals. The team genuinely listen to parents and make improvements quickly. Highly recommended.

Rachael M (Mother of Child)

Monkey Puzzle has been wonderful for our son’s growth from toddlers to preschool. The activities, trips, and caring staff have made learning fun and engaging. We’re so grateful for the friendly and professional team.

Gemma T (Mother of Child)

The staff are lovely and attentive, always taking time to share updates and photos. Our baby is happy and settled, and the setting is safe and comfortable, even in warm weather. We’re very pleased we chose Monkey Puzzle.

Katherine G (Mother of Child)

We’ve been delighted with the excellent communication, caring staff, and bright environment. Our child has developed so much and loves going every day. A wonderful nursery we fully trust and recommend.

A Day In Our Nursery

Healthy Eating

As children grow, a healthy and balanced diet is key, and we inspire with a variety of colour, texture, and taste to expand their food experiences.

Seasonal and local produce are also important in helping children understand more about where food comes from and nutrition.

All The Essentials 

Monkey Puzzle Bishops Stortford’s key information at a glance.

  • Learning guided by the national Early Years Foundation Stage
  • An amazing home-from-home environment

  • Daily extracurricular activities, all included in our fees

  • Branded nappies and creams included
  • Fantastic all-seasons outdoor play area
  • Inspiring, caring and highly qualified team
  • Open 51 weeks of the year

Exciting Days 

It’s smiles all round with fun and inspiring days with child centred activities supported, guided, and encouraged by our passionate team.

Follow your child’s progress as they learn and develop through their learning journal with regular updates from our nursery team throughout their day with us.

What’s Been Happening At Our Nursery

We love to share insight into nursery life through our social media pages and accounts. Take a look below to see some of our posts, click to go through to view them in full and leave us a comment or a like.

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We’re growing our Monkey Puzzle family! 💚
We’re on the lookout for:
✨ A passionate Room Leader to inspire
☀️ Morning and Evening Cover Staff to help make every day run smoothly
We would love to hear from you! 🌈
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We are looking for Authentic resources to begin our journey introducing the curiosity approach. We wondered if anyone in our local community had anything at home they were looking to part ways with.

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Jewellery boxes
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How To Find Monkey Bishops Stortford

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Bishops Stortford, is proudly located in the beautiful town of Bishops Stortford. The nursery is a just short drive from the A120 and the M11, as well as being only a few minutes from Bishops Stortford Train Station, making it perfect for families living in the local area.

Get In Touch

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Bishops Stortford
Hazelend Road
Bishops Stortford
Hertfordshire CM23 2FN

Call us: 01279 214092
Email: manager@monkeypuzzlebishopsstortford.co.uk

Opening times: 7:30am to 6:30pm

Monday to Friday for 51 weeks per year, (closed for the week between
Christmas and New Year)