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 years, toddlers 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.
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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Join our team! ✨
We are currently recruiting to expand our team at Monkey Puzzle Watford
We are offering our staff amazing welcome bonuses and amazing benefits.
- £750 welcome bonus for a Assistant Manager
- £500 welcome bonus for all other positions, including Nursery Assistants, Level 3 Nursery Practitioners and Room Leaders.
Benefits:-
· Competitive salary with an annual performance related review
· Family run (not part of a chain)
· Fantastic career development opportunities
· Access to additional training from Food Hygiene, First Aid and many more
· Annual bonus scheme relating to individual performance((Terms and condition apply)
· Overtime paid within month.
· 50% childcare discount on nursery fees for your children plus 10% discount on nursery fees for one other family member
· Up to 35 days Annual leave allowance increasing with length of service
· 2 staff inset training days
· Team player prizes every month
· Pension scheme with a company contribution
· Free uniform & DBS check
· Regular social and team building events including Summer and Christmas parties
· We provide flexibility so you have the option to work half days around your commitments
· In-House training are paid.
·Nursery closed for a week between Christmas and New Year
More reasons to join us are –
· We have an amazing team of bank staff who help when needed
· 5 / 10 / 15 year service reward scheme including spa days, paid holidays and cash bonus
· Earn a £250 reward by referring staff to the nursery – unlimited(Terms and condition apply)
· Earn a £50 reward by referring children to the nursery – unlimited(Terms and condition apply)
If you are looking for a new role in childcare job and are interested in joining our team, head over to our website to apply today!
monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk/careers/
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PART-TIME LUNCH COVER NEEDED
Hours: 11:00 - 15:00 0r 11:00 - 14:00Monday-Friday
We're looking for a kind, caring and energetic person to help our team across the middle of the day. You don't need to be qualified in early years, but you need to love young children and be aware of their needs. You would help the team through the children's mealtimes and also cover staff lunchbreaks by looking after children inside and outside, encouraging them in their play, supporting them in their physical and emotional needs and safeguarding them.
For more information:
Phone: 01923 244834
Email: manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk
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Baby room children really enjoyed their visit to the hospital today 😊
They played with different resources and had lots of fun in the role-play area. The children really enjoyed expressing themselves and developing their speech through play. 🏥🧸
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🌈 Learning Through Play at Its Best! 🎨✨
Our little pre-scholars were joyfully engaged in a color coordinating activity today! 🧩💛💙❤️
This hands-on activity helps children recognize colors 🎨, improve concentration 🧠, and develop fine motor skills ✋. As they matched and sorted colors, they also learned patience, problem-solving, and confidence 🌟.
Seeing their happy faces and enthusiastic participation makes learning even more special! 💕👶
Because at our preschool, every activity is a step towards joyful learning and bright futures 🌟📚
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📣 Open Day – You’re Invited!
Come along and meet our friendly team at Monkey Puzzle Watford Day Nursery 💛. Discover what makes our nursery such a special place for children to play, learn and grow.
📅 28th February 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
Explore our beautiful setting, find out about our curriculum, and see how we support every child’s development in a safe, nurturing environment.
✔️ 15-hour & 30-hour funding available
📍 Bookings by appointment only
📧 manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk
📞 01923 244 834
We can’t wait to welcome you! 🐵✨
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Playtime fun in our baby room! 🍼💖
Our little ones are busy playing,
exploring their surroundings,
and enjoying their day together.
So many precious smiles and happy hearts 💕🧸
If you’d like your baby to explore, learn, and grow in a caring environment like this,
book a visit today by calling 📞 us on 01923 244834 or sending an email 📧 on manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk.
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Cold weather, warm smiles ❄️😊
Our little ones are loving every snowy moment in the nursery ☃️💙
Snowflakes falling, laughter calling ❄️😂
Winter fun has officially begun! ⛄✨
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🌟 Kick off the year with fun and adventure! 🌟
Our little explorers are zooming, flying, and chugging through the exciting world of transport with hands-on activities! 🚗✈️🚂
Let your child learn, play, and discover in a joyful, curiosity-filled environment.
📩 Call us now on 01923 244834 or email manager@monkeypuzzlewatford.co.uk
to book your show round—let the adventure begin! 🎉!
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