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Monkey Puzzle Stevenage is dedicated to providing a positive and stimulating nursery environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years old.
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"My son started this Nursery in January - he's having the best time!
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"Since our child has been at Monkey Puzzle Cheshunt, it has been a huge comfort knowing he is in such safe and caring hands. The staff have…"
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Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Cheshunt is situated in a beautiful Victorian House built in 1840. Located in the town of Cheshunt, it has easy access to J25 of the M25, and conveniently close to Cheshunt, ... Read more
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Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd Reviews in Hertfordshire (179)
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Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd has a Group Review Score of 9.2 (9.210) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd must have a Review Score.
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from Emilia S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son started this Nursery in January - he's having the best time!
My son is currently in the baby room, his key worker is lovely, supports him with his everyday tasks, has helped him settle in and we have had no issues with him not wanting to go!
The nursery as a whole has great staff, a range
of toys, nice big garden, good menu and CCTV which was important to me.
I would highly recommend, and will be sending all my children here with no doubts.
Reply from Ritika Verma, Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery WatfordThank you for your lovely compliment-it really means a lot and helps motivate the staff.
from Lauren W (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Amber the SENCO has been absolutely fantastic and so accommodating with our son's speech and language requirements. The team at MonkeyPuzzle do their upmost to help encourage him to try to speak, and the excitement they have when he says a word shows me that they share the passion and enthusiasm with
the children!
If there is ever a hiccup, they are very responsive, respectful and accommodating. To get this resolved as quickly and as best as they can! I can't fault them! Thank you
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear how well your son is progressing and that you've felt so supported throughout his speech and language journey. Amber will be thrilled to know how much her care and commitment mean to you - she works incredibly hard to ensure every child receives the individual support they need. It's also lovely to hear that our team's encouragement and excitement are coming through to you as a parent. Celebrating each step with your son is a joy for all of us, and we're so proud of the progress he's making. We also really appreciate your kind words about our communication and responsiveness. Supporting families with understanding, respect and a focus on quick resolution is very important to us. Thank you again for your trust and for taking the time to share your experience - it truly means a lot to the whole team.
from A J (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had nothing but the most incredible experience with our daughter attending Monkey Puzzle! All staff are warm, caring and friendly and invested in each child as an individual. Management are kind, accommodating and available. The activities are engaging daily and contributing to our daughters
development, the key workers are going above and beyond to support our daughters development and keeping us updated every step of the way!
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for sharing such a lovely review. We're really happy to hear that your daughter is having such a positive experience at Monkey Puzzle! Our team works hard to create a warm, caring environment where every child is valued as an individual, so it's wonderful to know this has shone through. We're especially pleased that you've found our management team supportive and approachable, and that the daily activities are helping your daughter grow and develop. Hearing that her key workers are going above and beyond - and that you feel informed and involved every step of the way - truly means a lot to us. Thank you for your trust and for taking the time to share your experience. We love having your family as part of our Nursery.
from C C (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We moved our 3 year old son from a childminder to Monkey Puzzle nursery last year, and we're so glad we did. He absolutely loves it here. Always talks about the activities he did in the day, and he loves the big garden. Communication with the staff has been brilliant, and they are all so friendly, supportive
and welcoming. I'd definitely recommend Monkey Puzzle to anyone.
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that your son has settled in so well after moving from a childminder, and that he's enjoying his days with us - especially all the activities and exploring our big garden! Our team really values creating a welcoming, supportive environment for both children and families, so it means a lot to hear that you've felt well-communicated with and supported. Thank you for recommending Monkey Puzzle - we're so grateful to have your family as part of our community.
from Esra M (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
When my daughter started nursery last year, I was initially quite sceptical, as I had always been her main carer and found it difficult to place my trust in others. She began nursery at the age of three, which felt quite late to me. However, during our settling-in session, I was immediately reassured
by the kindness and care shown by the staff, as well as their clear passion for their work.
Once my daughter started attending part-time, I could see how much she was enjoying her experience. She would happily tell me about her day, the activities she had taken part in, and how kind and supportive the staff were. It was lovely to hear how much fun she was having and how much she enjoyed playing with the other children.
I cannot fault the staff in any way. The food provided is healthy and well prepared, and I am extremely glad that I took the leap of faith and enrolled my daughter at Monkey Puzzle Stevenage. Thank you to everyone for making this such a positive experience for us both.
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for sharing such a beautiful review. It truly means a great deal to us. We completely understand how daunting it can feel to hand over the care of your child, especially when you've been their main carer from the very beginning. We're so grateful that you placed your trust in us. It's wonderful to hear how well your daughter has settled and how much she enjoys her time here. Knowing that she goes home excited to tell you about her day, her activities and the people she spends time with is exactly what we hope for every family. Our team are incredibly passionate about what they do, and it's lovely to hear that their kindness and commitment made such a positive impact during those early settling-in days. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing Monkey Puzzle Stevenage. We feel very lucky to be part of your daughter's journey and look forward to watching her continue to grow and flourish with us.
from S C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I'm so impressed with Monkey Puzzle. My child has attended for a year and we plan to stay until they start school at 4. After visiting several nurseries, Monkey Puzzle stood out for its reasonable costs, spacious environment and high-quality care.
The team are attentive, caring and energetic, and every
key worker has had my child's best interests at heart. Development reviews are thorough and well documented on the app, with great knowledge sharing and regular updates for parents. Communication is excellent - queries are answered quickly, and the team have been incredibly supportive with changes to our working hours and managing allergies.
The settling-in period was tough, but staff went above and beyond to help us both feel at ease. Longer opening hours support our full-time work, security is taken seriously, and the app makes everything simple. A truly 5-star nursery.
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are truly delighted to hear how happy you are with your experience at Monkey Puzzle and that your little one has thrived with us over the past year. It means a great deal to our team to know that our spacious environment, caring approach, and focus on high-quality early years education have made such a positive difference. We're so pleased that the settling-in period led to a strong bond with the staff, and that you have felt supported throughout with communication, allergies, changing work patterns and day-to-day updates. Our team work incredibly hard to ensure every child feels safe, valued and excited to learn, and it's wonderful that our efforts-whether through the app, development reviews or daily care-have helped you feel confident and reassured. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing us as the nursery for your child.
from A T (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
"My daughter has been at Monkey Puzzle Watford since she was one, and seeing her grow there over the last two years has been wonderful. It truly feels like a warm, cosy family atmosphere rather than just a nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly, and there's a lovely sense of community among the
parents, too.
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of activities-just this week they've celebrated Valentine's, Chinese New Year, and Pancake Day! The food variety is great, and a special shout-out to Beth in management, who is always so warm and welcoming. Highly recommend to any local parents!"
Reply from Ritika Verma, Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery WatfordThank you so much for your lovely review. Your kind words truly mean a great deal to us.
from Anna C (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026
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Overall Experience4.0 out of 5
I had a lovely experience with the staff members. They have been very kind and helped with the settlement of my child. A special thanks to Chloe wo went above and beyond!
from F K (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
This is a brilliant nursery and I can't recommend it enough! The staff are warm, caring and supportive of the children which I can see in all the interactions. My son is in the toddler room and always has lots of fun. They also sometimes have day trips out, including to the soft play next door to the
nursery and he absolutely loves that! The food and snacks are generous and overall the package is great value for money. The garden area is lovely and when the weather is good the kids all mix there to play together. They are super flexible as well, offering different start and finish times to suit various parent needs. Parking is also very easy and there isn't much traffic in the area so pick ups and drop offs are also convenient.
Overall, we have had a great experience!
from Christina B (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Monkey Puzzle since June 2025. Since going to nursery I feel his speech is starting to come along a lot more as he's a non verbal 2 year old. He loves attending and always comes home happy and looks forward to going back. The staff are amazing with him and very patient and caring.
from M S (Father of Child) published on 9 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Since our child has been at Monkey Puzzle Cheshunt, it has been a huge comfort knowing he is in such safe and caring hands. The staff have always been incredibly friendly, supportive, and attentive, and we genuinely value the daily feedback and communication we receive through the app. Over the past
year, he has built lovely friendships and grown in confidence, and we have also come to know the staff, who consistently go above and beyond. We are truly grateful for the care, kindness, and dedication shown to our child. Thank you!
from Amy L (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I put my twin boys in from when they turned 1 (now 3.5) and honestly, they have grown so much with the help of Monkey Puzzle.
They both have made some great friends, the staff are so lovely and they have built such lovely relationships with them all.
from l w (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had our girls go to Monkey Puzzle, Cheshunt since they were 1yrs old and they absolutely love it. The staff are friendly and the girls have built strong bonds with them and always look forward to going in.
They keep us informed, they do fun activities with the kids in each class
from S A (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I previously had my eldest daughter start at this nursery from the Age of 7 months and she graduated here before her next steps to Primary school. My daughter was recognised by her new teachers of the level of education my daughter showed and how she thrives with confidence and knowledge. I have always
been overwhelmed with this nursery and their ability to support each child independently and be open with concerns and understanding both parents and children on a personal level. I have enrolled my second daughter into this nursery and my second daughter is already counting to 5 at a extremely early age and speaking confidently at home. Expressing her needs with hand gestures as well as vocal. I am truly grateful my children were accepted when I applied for their positions.
from Claudia R (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I have my 2yo twins at monkey puzzle in cheshunt since February and couldn't be more satisfied. Lovely staff and management, always happy to help. My kids absolutely love going there. They go outside a lot, walks, go to the park, they do loads of arts and crafts, food is lovely (they are picky and eat
from K M (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
An amazing nursery! Our son, currently 14-months, has been going to this nursery since he was 9 months old. We are so happy with how it's going. All of the nursery practitioners are fantastic (specific shout out to Sheena and Enida) and he absolutely loves all of them. His development has been outstanding,
and we put that down to the activities they do with the children and the environment. We feel safe and happy leaving our son there.
We cannot recommend this nursery enough. Keep up the great work!
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for sharing this lovely review! It means the world to us to know your little one is happy and thriving here. Sheena and Enida will be over the moon to hear your kind words-they adore working with him and watching him grow. We're so pleased you feel safe and confident leaving him with us, as creating that nurturing environment is what we strive for every day. Thank you for recommending us and for being such an important part of our nursery family!
from R B (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
This is such a great nursery. I can only speak so highly of the care that is provided by the team. They spend time to know the kids, understand their needs our son has learned so much over the last 11 months.
from L D (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the nursery. The staff are great, the communication, the facilities and the overall experience with nursery is great.We highly recommend the nursery. Thank you Laura
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much! Your kind words mean the world to us. We're thrilled to know that you and your family feel happy and supported at our nursery. Our team works hard to create a warm, nurturing environment, and hearing that you value our staff, communication, and facilities is incredibly rewarding. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we're so grateful to have you as part of our nursery community. If there's ever anything more we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out.
from Ashley G (Father of Child) published on 25 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
They go above and beyond to help from keeping track of everything eaten/medicine given in our case and give a nice summary of how each day has been on pickup, and all staff seem to genuinely care about the children and their welfare.
Reply from natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for sharing this lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you feel supported and reassured by the updates we provide throughout the day. Keeping track of meals, medication, and giving a clear summary at pick-up is something we know makes a big difference for parents, so it's great to hear this helps you. Our team genuinely cares about every child's well-being, and your recognition of that means the world to us. Thank you for trusting us and for taking the time to share your experience-it really does make our day!
from C G (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Monkey Puzzles is an incredible nursery. Our child's development has come of leaps and bounds since starting and she is beginning to find her personality. It's amazing to see how the staff (all first aid trained) genuinely care about our child's well-being and encourage her to explore and find her independence
whilst also safeguarding her simultaneously. The app they use to update parents of their child's day to day activities (including feeds and nappy changes) is so beneficial in relieving any stress or anxiety that may occur in the parents. The food/nutrition offered for the children is full of variety and is led by what the parents have weaned the baby on prior to attendance. The management are knowledgeable, kind and supportive; easy to approach with any concerns and they too also demonstrate how much care/safeguarding goes into looking after the children. They are also hands on and involved. I personally have already recommended this nursery once and will continue to.
Reply from Natasha Moniz, nursery director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery StevenageThank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear how much progress your child has made and that you're seeing her personality shine through. Our team works hard to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can explore, grow, and develop independence, so it's lovely to know this is making a positive impact. We're also delighted that you find our parent app helpful for keeping you updated and reassured throughout the day. Nutrition and safeguarding are top priorities for us, and we're glad these efforts are reflected in your experience. Your kind words about our staff and management mean a lot. We truly value open communication and being hands-on to support both children and parents. Thank you for recommending us-we really appreciate your trust and support!
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