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Welcome to Monkey Puzzle Watford

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watford is conveniently located near Watford town centre, amidst a GP surgery and a dental surgery. We are served well by transport links; a 9 minute walk from Watford Junction Station and a 15 minute walk from Watford Underground Station (Met line).

The nursery provides a nurturing home from home environment, for children aged 3 months through to preschool age. With an emphasis on learning through play, our carefully selected team of practitioners ensure your child is cared for in a safe, secure environment with planned activities to keep them engaged whilst having lots of fun.

We are part of an award-winning nursery group, offering high quality childcare in our specially equipped nursery for children aged three months to five years old.

Adding to this, we tailor our care to suit your child’s age. We achieve this by placing children into the following age categories: babies aged three to twelve months, tweenies aged thirteen months to two yearstoddlers aged two years two to three years, and lastly preschool aged three to five years. Due to our rooms being equipped especially for these ages, we are able to provide that home-from-home feel.

Hello. I’m Ritika and I am the owner of Monkey Puzzle Watford. My team and I 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.

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

Ritika

Nursery Owner

Babies

The very youngest children at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watford spend their time in our specially designed Babies’ room, welcoming children from the age of three months to twelve months.


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Tweenies

From the age of 13 months, children spend their time in our Tweenies room, a space designed to build their independence and curiosity, with perfectly sized furnishings and learning resources to explore.


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Toddlers

Welcomed from the age of 24 months, children enjoy a space in Toddlers that matches their inquisitiveness and energy, with well-considered furnishings and learning resources accessible at all times.


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Preschool

Your child will embark on their preschool journey with us at around three years old, enjoying an enriching learning environment that fully supports their individual needs as well as the group activities and play.


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Babies

The very youngest children at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watfordn spend their time in our specially designed Babies’ room, welcoming children from the age of three months to eighteen months.


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Tweenies

From the age of 13 months, children spend their time in our Tweenies room, a space designed to build their independence and curiosity, with perfectly sized furnishings and learning resources to explore.


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Toddlers

Welcomed from the age of 24 months, children enjoy a space in Toddlers that matches their inquisitiveness and energy, with well-considered furnishings and learning resources accessible at all times.


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Preschool

Your child will embark on their preschool journey with us at around 3 years old, enjoying an enriching learning environment that fully supports their individual needs as well as the group activities and play.


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We believe we are the best nursery and best preschool in Watford

We’re just around the corner, with lots for you to discover…

  • Part of an award winning nursery group with over 30 years experience
  • Dedicated rooms for Babies, Tweenies, Toddlers and Preschool
  • Open Mon-Fri 51 weeks a year – 7.30am – 6.00pm
  • Full day or half day sessions available
  • Delicious, healthy food prepared on site by our Nursery Chef
  • Branded nappies, wipes and creams all included in the price
  • Regular outings to aid the children’s learning and awareness of their surroundings
  • Amazing outside play area with a dedicated area for Babies and Tweenies
  • Modern security systems, including CCTV
  • Key worker allocated to each child

Plus so much more. Get in touch today.

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Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watfordare HIRING!

*Are you looking a new role in childcare or want to challenge yourself for the next step in your career?* -@

- Room Leader
- Nursery Practitioners Level 2 qualified
- Nursery Practitioners Level 3 qualified

*Why work for us?*
- £500 Welcome Bonus
- Pass your probation award
- Competitive salaries
- Annual salary review
- Employee referral programme
- Generous childcare discount for staff
- Free uniform
- Additional leave for long service
- Free breakfast
- Monthly appreciation and rewards
- Company events
- Fully funded certified training and development

*Full time 40 hours per week or part time opportunities available*

If this sounds like you, get in touch with us and send us your CV at manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk
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Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watfordare HIRING!

*Are you looking a new role in childcare or want to challenge yourself for the next step in your career?* -@

- Room Leader
- Nursery Practitioners Level 2 qualified 
- Nursery Practitioners Level 3 qualified

*Why work for us?*
- £500 Welcome Bonus 
- Pass your probation award
- Competitive salaries
- Annual salary review
- Employee referral programme
- Generous childcare discount for staff
- Free uniform
- Additional leave for long service
- Free breakfast
- Monthly appreciation and rewards
- Company events
- Fully funded certified  training and development

*Full time 40 hours per week or part time opportunities available*

If this sounds like you, get in touch with us and send us your CV at manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk

Thank you to all my staff members for your hard work and dedication throughout the year. Your efforts make such a difference, and I truly appreciate everything you do.

Wishing you all the best of luck and a very Merry Christmas! 🎄✨
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Thank you to all my staff members for your hard work and dedication throughout the year. Your efforts make such a difference, and I truly appreciate everything you do.

Wishing you all the best of luck and a very Merry Christmas! 🎄✨

🎁✨ A Special Christmas Thank You! ✨🎁

This Christmas, our Deputy Manager Bethany Phillips and Third-in-Charge Emily Gooden-Smith prepared a beautiful gift as a heartfelt thank-you to our amazing staff. 💝

We’re so grateful for their kindness and the thoughtfulness behind this gesture, reminding us all of the importance of appreciation and teamwork during the festive season.

Thank you to our wonderful staff for all that you do—you truly make a difference every day! ❤️

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🎁✨ A Special Christmas Thank You! ✨🎁

This Christmas, our Deputy Manager Bethany Phillips and Third-in-Charge Emily Gooden-Smith prepared a beautiful gift as a heartfelt thank-you to our amazing staff. 💝

We’re so grateful for their kindness and the thoughtfulness behind this gesture, reminding us all of the importance of appreciation and teamwork during the festive season.

Thank you to our wonderful staff for all that you do—you truly make a difference every day! ❤️

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🎄✨ Spreading Christmas Joy! ✨🎄

Our wonderful pre-schoolers have been busy sharing the festive cheer! They visited the high street to experience the holiday magic

Their visit to the care home was extra special, as they filled the air with warmth and joy through their heartfelt and brought smiles to everyone by singing beautiful Christmas carols. 🎶❤️. It’s truly inspiring to see their excitement and kindness during this magical season.

#ChristmasSpirit #SpreadingJoy #PreschoolMagic #HolidayHappiness
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🎄✨ Spreading Christmas Joy! ✨🎄

Our wonderful pre-schoolers have been busy sharing the festive cheer! They visited the high street to experience the holiday magic

Their visit to the care home was extra special, as they filled the air with warmth and joy through their heartfelt and brought smiles to everyone by singing beautiful Christmas carols. 🎶❤️. It’s truly inspiring to see their excitement and kindness during this magical season.

#ChristmasSpirit #SpreadingJoy #PreschoolMagic #HolidayHappinessImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Our pre-schoolers are fully embracing the festive season with exciting Christmas activities! From crafts to games, they are having so much fun getting into the Christmas mood. ✨🎁

It’s a joy to see their smiles and creativity shine as they celebrate this magical time of year. ❤️

#ChristmasFun #PreschoolActivities #FestiveCheer #HolidayJoy
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Our pre-schoolers are fully embracing the festive season with exciting Christmas activities! From crafts to games, they are having so much fun getting into the Christmas mood. ✨🎁

It’s a joy to see their smiles and creativity shine as they celebrate this magical time of year. ❤️

#ChristmasFun #PreschoolActivities #FestiveCheer #HolidayJoyImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

Our amazing Pre-School staff created a beautiful Christmas market for the children, and it was an absolute hit! 🎁🎅

The little ones had so much fun exploring, shopping, and buying different things to celebrate the festive season. One child even got to play the role of a shopkeeper while others came to "shop"—a wonderful way to spark creativity and joy! 🛍️💫

Thank you to everyone who helped make this magical experience possible. Watching the children enjoy and learn through play is the best gift of all! ❤️

#ChristmasJoy #PreschoolMagic #FestiveFun #learningthroughplay
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Our amazing Pre-School staff created a beautiful Christmas market for the children, and it was an absolute hit! 🎁🎅

The little ones had so much fun exploring, shopping, and buying different things to celebrate the festive season. One child even got to play the role of a shopkeeper while others came to shop—a wonderful way to spark creativity and joy! 🛍️💫

Thank you to everyone who helped make this magical experience possible. Watching the children enjoy and learn through play is the best gift of all! ❤️

#ChristmasJoy #PreschoolMagic #FestiveFun #learningthroughplayImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

We are currently recruiting for a nursery chef!
The position will be Monday to Friday working from 9.00am - 3.30pm.
Duties will include:
Preparing and cooking children’s meals and snacks
Washing up
Maintaining a clean working environment
Following the necessary legal requirements in line with Food Hygiene Standards
Supporting with stock/food orders
Following/Planning weekly menus
Accommodating children’s dietary/allergy requirements
Covering additional hours when the other chef is on annual leave
Kitchen experience is required, preferably experience working in a day nursery kitchen.
Job role is to commence asap, ideally January 2025.
Full induction, training and uniform are all provided. Anyone who has passion for the cooking.
£12 per hour.
For more information or to apply please contact us on 01923244834 or email manager@monkeypuzzlwatford.co.uk
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🎄✨ What a Night to Remember! ✨🎄

Last night, we celebrated the holiday season with an amazing Christmas Party for our incredible staff! 🥳🎉 The energy, laughter, and joy were unforgettable.

A special shoutout to our Shining Stars ✨ who went above and beyond this year — we were thrilled to honour them with well-deserved prizes. Your hard work, dedication, and positivity light up our team every single day. 🌟💪

Thank you to everyone who joined and made the evening so magical. Here's to many more moments of togetherness and success! Cheers to a fantastic year ahead! 🥂🎁
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#christmasparty #shiningstar #teamwork #gratitude #HolidayCheer
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🎄✨ What a Night to Remember! ✨🎄

Last night, we celebrated the holiday season with an amazing Christmas Party for our incredible staff! 🥳🎉 The energy, laughter, and joy were unforgettable.

A special shoutout to our Shining Stars ✨ who went above and beyond this year — we were thrilled to honour them with well-deserved prizes. Your hard work, dedication, and positivity light up our team every single day. 🌟💪

Thank you to everyone who joined and made the evening so magical. Heres to many more moments of togetherness and success! Cheers to a fantastic year ahead! 🥂🎁
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#christmasparty #shiningstar #Teamwork #gratitude #holidaycheerImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment
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