Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Uxbridge

Sukhy Gill – Nursery Owner and Director

My name is Sukhy and I am the proud owner of Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Uxbridge. Previously I worked in the Banking industry for over 15 years acquiring a strong financial and management background before taking a career break to raise our two children, Malkit and Harleen. I am very much a hands on mother with a great passion for quality childcare and the drive to run a successful business.

The idea came to me around two years ago when Harleen had just started nursery. I would help out from time to time often taking an active part in activities and taking a keen interest in the way that it was run. I have always taken great interest in my children’s education so opening my own nursery was an opportunity that I just couldn’t pass by.

With my professional and family background, I bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to make Monkey Puzzle Uxbridge a huge success and a vital addition to the local community. A full time Nursery Manager with the appropriate qualifications will be recruited to manage the day to day business operations, whilst I look after growing the business and managing the relationship with staff and parents.

My name is John and I, along with my wife Sukhy am the proud owner of Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Uxbridge. We have two children of our own and I have always been a dedicated Father, supporting their care and education to encourage them to be the best that they can be.

My professional background is in Transport which is the industry I have flourished in for nearly 30 years and established myself as one of the UK’s leading Chartered Engineers. For the past 10 years I have operated as a Senior Director and have a proven record as an Executive leader to run multiple business units across numerous sectors.

Deciding which nursery to send your child to, especially if it’s your firstborn is a very serious, personal and emotional decision for parents. Our main objective is to make this decision an easier one by providing childcare of the highest quality, within a safe, secure and caring environment.

Hi, I’m Cristina and I am the Area Business Support Manager for Monkey Puzzle Uxbridge and Greenford.
My journey with Monkey Puzzle started in 2018 and, since then, I have learned lots of skills and I have developed positive relationships with parents, children, and staff.
Being in this role within the nursery, I have a very good understanding of what is needed for the nursery to be a success. My main focus is to support both nurseries in delivering exceptional care and education as well as ensuring compliance of all statutory requirements.
My favourite thing to do is spending time with my family, trying new food and going on nature walks.

Qualifications:
- Level 2 in Team Leading
- Level 3 in Business Administration
- Paediatric First Aid
-First Aid for Mental Health
- Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2
-Fire marshal training
-Designated Safeguarding Officer
-Safer Recruitment
- Health and Safety in childcare settings

Languages:
* Romanian
* English

Hi, my name is Alex, and I am the Deputy Manager at Monkey Puzzle Uxbridge. I feel incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by such a supportive and fantastic team.

I love working alongside children and watching them learn, grow, and develop under my care. Witnessing their many firsts is incredibly rewarding, and I also find great joy in working alongside parents and carers to support each child's journey.

In my spare time, I enjoy reading books, and one of my biggest hobbies is painting and drawing. I also love spending time with friends and family.

Hi, my name is Katya, and I am the Nursery Manager. I am originally from Latvia and moved to the UK in 2004.

Before moving into childcare, I studied and worked as a railway engineer in Latvia for around five years. My journey in Early Years began in 2009, and since then, I have gained extensive experience within the sector, progressing from a nursery apprentice to a nursery manager. In 2012, I also opened my own childminding business, driven by my passion for supporting children’s development and creating positive learning environments.

I have a strong interest in Forest School, and I hope to bring my knowledge and enthusiasm in this area into the nursery. I am also particularly inspired by the Montessori approach, as it aligns with my belief in encouraging children’s independence, curiosity, and confidence.

Throughout my career, including my role as Deputy Head Teacher in a previous nursery, I have focused on building strong relationships with children, parents, and my team. I aim to create an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered, while ensuring that every child receives the best possible early years experience.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my daughter, who is currently studying Law and also shares my passion for working with children. She holds a music conservatory degree and, in her spare time, teaches children how to play musical instruments through fun and engaging methods. I also enjoy travelling and meeting new people.

I am confident that, with the strong and dedicated team we have here at the nursery, we will achieve wonderful outcomes for the children in our care.