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Welcome to Monkey Puzzle

Hello. I’m Nosh and I am the Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Woodford. 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 nursery environment.

I would love to welcome you for a personal tour of our beautiful nursery and preschool in Woodford, where you can discover more about the exciting days your babies, toddlers and preschool children can look forward to with our Early Years expert team, so please get in touch through our enquiry form.

Nosh

Nursery Manager

Nosh - Monkey Puzzle Woodford Nursery Manager

Enjoy our virtual tour

What Makes Us Special

Extracurricular Activities

Petite Productions offer bespoke sessions at Monkey Puzzle Woodford, of the three intertwined theatrical disciplines; acting, singing and dancing, with their aim to produce a fun and energetic environment in which your child will grow in knowledge, confidence and the art of teamwork all through use of play. A member of the Petite Production team visits Monkey Puzzle Woodford on a weekly basis to provide engaging learning through play sessions that follows the EYFS framework and compliments the ongoing work of our Nursery Practitioners who they work alongside.

Find Out More

Stimulating the imagination

Our People Care

Our expert team strives for excellence in Early Years education. We see this passion in our staff every day. Our team are friendly, empathetic and creative, caring for your children like they are our own. This is reflected every day in the practice in our nursery as we take great pride in what we do. Our caring staff nurture our children into being the next scientists, mathematicians of our generation. We pride ourselves on a supporting our children to make them happy and engaged with their learning.

Meet our amazing nursery team

Highly qualified, caring staff

Enriching Environments

Monkey Puzzle Woodford offers a space to thrive for your child where they can play, learn and grow. Our nursery is carefully designed creating a home from home feel with well resourced, enriching learning and play spaces. We do this by encouraging and promoting using their imaginations both inside and outside the setting, especially in our magical garden which allows the children to bring to life their favourite stories such as The Gruffalo, creating memories to last a lifetime.

Find out more about our facilities

Amazing indoor and outdoor environments

Holistic Learning

Monkey Puzzle Woodford takes a holistic approach to learning guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS). Our team inspire through excellence in Early Years education placing the development and needs of the children we care for at the heart of everything we do. Nursery and preschool is a time when a child learns about themselves as much as the world around them. We enable this through the magic of learning through play and encouraging curiosity that stimulates the mind and body of children.

Find out more about our curriculum

Inspired learning

Extracurricular Activities

Petite Productions offer bespoke sessions at Monkey Puzzle Woodford, of the three intertwined theatrical disciplines; acting, singing and dancing, with their aim to produce a fun and energetic environment in which your child will grow in knowledge, confidence and the art of teamwork all through use of play. A member of the Petite Production team visits Monkey Puzzle Woodford on a weekly basis to provide engaging learning through play sessions that follows the EYFS framework and compliments the ongoing work of our Nursery Practitioners who they work alongside.

Find Out More

Stimulating the imagination

Our People Care

Our expert team strives for excellence in Early Years education. We see this passion in our staff every day. Our team are friendly, empathetic and creative, caring for your children like they are our own. This is reflected every day in the practice in our nursery as we take great pride in what we do. Our caring staff nurture our children into being the next scientists, mathematicians of our generation. We pride ourselves on a supporting our children to make them happy and engaged with their learning.

Meet our amazing nursery team

Highly qualified, caring staff

Enriching Environments

Monkey Puzzle Woodford offers a space to thrive for your child where they can play, learn and grow. Our nursery is carefully designed creating a home from home feel with well resourced, enriching learning and play spaces. We do this by encouraging and promoting using their imaginations both inside and outside the setting, especially in our magical garden which allows the children to bring to life their favourite stories such as The Gruffalo, creating memories to last a lifetime.

Find out more about our facilities

Amazing indoor and outdoor environments

Holistic Learning

Monkey Puzzle Woodford takes a holistic approach to learning guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS). Our team inspire through excellence in Early Years education placing the development and needs of the children we care for at the heart of everything we do. Nursery and preschool is a time when a child learns about themselves as much as the world around them. We enable this through the magic of learning through play and encouraging curiosity that stimulates the mind and body of children.

Find out more about our curriculum

Inspired learning

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 Woodford.

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

Jenny Branch

April 11th, 2024

My daughter really loves Monkey Puzzle Woodford. She settled in so quickly and the only tears we get is when we walk past without going in! She's in the Tweenies room. The staff are all friendly and I get lots of feedback on what she's done during the day.

Helen Parker

April 11th, 2024

My son has been at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Woodford for a year, he started in babies and then moved to Tweenies. It really is a very special nursery, the facilities are fantastic as brand new and the garden is lovely but most importantly the staff go above and beyond every single day.

Deborah Abraham

April 11th, 2024

My son started in the babies room and has recently moved to tweenies. He has grown in confidence and is thriving there. They have been excellent with his food allergies, providing him with suitable meals which he enjoys. The staff have always been very friendly and welcoming.

Adam Elliott-Cooper

April 11th, 2024

The nursery is great, a lovely big space with lots of light and an incredible garden. It's always spotless! The place is secure but efficient for parents to come and go. Parking is great too. Staff are brilliant, helpful, caring and intuitive.

Iryna Brazhnyk Di Monaco

April 11th, 2024

About a year ago, my 2-year-old daughter started going to Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Woodford. Since then, she has learned so much. We adore this place so much. Fantastic team with a really kind attitude. It's amazing to watch our daughter become enthusiastic about visiting Monkey Puzzle.

Laura Rooks

April 11th, 2024

The team at Monkey Puzzle have been amazing with our son since he joined last year). The staff all know our little boy's likes and dislikes and they genuinely care. The nursery itself is also beautifully arranged, with the with the best outdoor space I have ever seen for a nursery.

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 Woodford’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.

Meet A Few Of Our Team

Our amazing, highly qualified and creative nursery team support and care for your little learner as they play, develop and grow.

Nosh - Monkey Puzzle Woodford

Nosheen

Nursery Manager

My name is Nosh Hussain and I am the Manager of our beautiful Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery in Woodford. At Woodford we are proud of the care we provide for our young children and do everything to ensure your child develops and grows in all areas of learning.

Hayley - Monkey Puzzle Woodford

Hayley

Deputy Manager

My name is Hayley and I am the Deputy Manager for Monkey Puzzle Woodford.

I have worked been working in childcare for over two decades and I am delighted to be working within the Monkey Puzzle family. I cannot wait to welcome you to Monkey Puzzle Woodford!

Jasmine - Monkey Puzzle Woodford

Jasmine

Room Leader

Hi I'm Jasmine and I have been working with children for 2 years. I am very passionate and enjoys painting, exploring and creating new bonds as I watch the children in my care grow and develop beautifully.

Petite Productions

Petite Productions offer bespoke sessions at Monkey Puzzle Woodford, of the three intertwined theatrical disciplines; acting, singing and dancing, with their aim to produce a fun and energetic environment in which your child will grow in knowledge, confidence and the art of teamwork all through use of play.

A member of the Petite Production team visits Monkey Puzzle Woodford on a weekly basis to provide engaging learning through play sessions that follows the EYFS framework and compliments the ongoing work of our Nursery Practitioners who they work alongside.

Petite Productions

Petite Productions offer bespoke sessions at Monkey Puzzle Woodford, of the three intertwined theatrical disciplines; acting, singing and dancing, with their aim to produce a fun and energetic environment in which your child will grow in knowledge, confidence and the art of teamwork all through use of play.

A member of the Petite Production team visits Monkey Puzzle Woodford on a weekly basis to provide engaging learning through play sessions that follows the EYFS framework and compliments the ongoing work of our Nursery Practitioners who they work alongside.

What’s Been Happening At Our Nursery

🌈 June is Pride Month! 🌈

We’re celebrating all the colours of the rainbow and the beautiful message behind them! 💖💛💙

The Pride flag reminds us that it’s wonderful to be yourself and to show kindness and love to everyone around you. At Monkey Puzzle, we’re talking about friendship, inclusion, and what makes each of us special - all while enjoying some super colourful crafts and activities! 🎨👐✨

Because just like a rainbow, the world is brighter when everyone shines in their own way 🌟

#PrideMonth #MonkeyPuzzleNursery #RainbowCelebration #LoveIsLove #BeYourself

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🌈 June is Pride Month! 🌈 We’re celebrating all the colours of the rainbow and the beautiful message behind them! 💖💛💙 The Pride flag reminds us that it’s wonderful to be yourself and to show kindness and love to everyone around you. At Monkey Puzzle, we’re talking about friendship, inclusion, and what makes each of us special - all while enjoying some super colourful crafts and activities! 🎨👐✨ Because just like a rainbow, the world is brighter when everyone shines in their own way 🌟 #PrideMonth #MonkeyPuzzleNursery #RainbowCelebration #LoveIsLove #BeYourself
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🧮✨ Happy National Numeracy Day! ✨🧮

At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we believe it`s never too early to start exploring the magic of numbers! From counting blocks to number songs and playful problem-solving, we introduce numeracy in fun, meaningful ways every day. 💡🌟

By nurturing a love for numbers early on, we`re helping little minds build the confidence and skills they`ll use for life. 💙🔢

Ready to see how we make learning count? 👶📚

Click the link in our bio to book a tour and find your nearest nursery today!

#NationalNumeracyDay #EarlyYearsLearning #MonkeyPuzzleNurseries #LoveOfLearning #LittleMathematicians #LearningThroughPlay

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🧮✨ Happy National Numeracy Day! ✨🧮 At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we believe it's never too early to start exploring the magic of numbers! From counting blocks to number songs and playful problem-solving, we introduce numeracy in fun, meaningful ways every day. 💡🌟 By nurturing a love for numbers early on, we're helping little minds build the confidence and skills they'll use for life. 💙🔢 Ready to see how we make learning count? 👶📚 Click the link in our bio to book a tour and find your nearest nursery today! #NationalNumeracyDay #EarlyYearsLearning #MonkeyPuzzleNurseries #LoveOfLearning #LittleMathematicians #LearningThroughPlay
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Today marks 80 years since VE Day – the day Europe celebrated the end of WWII and the return of peace. 🕊️❤️

At Monkey Puzzle, we’re taking the opportunity to talk to our little ones about this important day in history. They’ll be enjoying their very own street party with bunting, delicious treats, and music from the 1940s. 🎶🍰

It’s a perfect way to celebrate peace and community with the next generation!

#VEDay80 #nurserylife #monkeypuzzlefamily #earlyyearseducation #monkeypuzzledaynurseries

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Today marks 80 years since VE Day – the day Europe celebrated the end of WWII and the return of peace. 🕊️❤️ At Monkey Puzzle, we’re taking the opportunity to talk to our little ones about this important day in history. They’ll be enjoying their very own street party with bunting, delicious treats, and music from the 1940s. 🎶🍰 It’s a perfect way to celebrate peace and community with the next generation! #VEDay80 #nurserylife #monkeypuzzlefamily #earlyyearseducation #monkeypuzzledaynurseries
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Happy Easter from all of us at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries! 🌸🐣

Wishing our wonderful children, families, and teams a joyful Easter Sunday filled with love, laughter, and a sprinkle of chocolatey magic! 🐰🍫🌷

From our Monkey Puzzle family to yours, have a lovely Easter! ✨🐇

#monkeypuzzlenurseries #easter2025 #happyeaster #easterjoy #springcelebrations #nurserylife #earlyyearsfun #eastermagic

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Happy Easter from all of us at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries! 🌸🐣 Wishing our wonderful children, families, and teams a joyful Easter Sunday filled with love, laughter, and a sprinkle of chocolatey magic! 🐰🍫🌷 From our Monkey Puzzle family to yours, have a lovely Easter! ✨🐇 #monkeypuzzlenurseries #easter2025 #happyeaster #easterjoy #springcelebrations #nurserylife #earlyyearsfun #eastermagic
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Introducing Molly - Our new Bank staff 💫
Molly has recently joined us and will be supporting our whole team.
Please join us in welcoming her to our growing nursery team!
We have vacancies available, head over to our website for more information.
#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #monkeypuzzlecareers #monkeypuzzlewoodford #woodford #woodfordgreen #woodfordcareers

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Introducing Molly - Our new Bank staff 💫 Molly has recently joined us and will be supporting our whole team. Please join us in welcoming her to our growing nursery team! We have vacancies available, head over to our website for more information. #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #monkeypuzzlecareers #monkeypuzzlewoodford #woodford #woodfordgreen #woodfordcareers
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It`s National Pet Day 🐶

National Pet Day is April 11, regardless of whether you have a finned, feathered or furry friend, National Pet Day is a wonderful excuse to celebrate your animal bestie ❤️

National Pet Day is a holiday dedicated to sharing your love for your pet, whether it`s posting their cutest pics on social media, spoiling them with extra treats and cuddles, or paying it forward to your local shelters and rescues 🐱

Let us know in the comments how you will be celebrating your fur friend today!

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #nationalpetday #mpactivities #playlearnandgrow

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It's National Pet Day 🐶 National Pet Day is April 11, regardless of whether you have a finned, feathered or furry friend, National Pet Day is a wonderful excuse to celebrate your animal bestie ❤️ National Pet Day is a holiday dedicated to sharing your love for your pet, whether it's posting their cutest pics on social media, spoiling them with extra treats and cuddles, or paying it forward to your local shelters and rescues 🐱 Let us know in the comments how you will be celebrating your fur friend today! #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #nationalpetday #mpactivities #playlearnandgrow
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🎥 Today, we’re joined by Taylor, our room leader for Preschool at Monkey Puzzle Woodford! She explains why it’s so important for children to stay in Preschool until they turn 5. 🧠✨

In the video, Taylor discusses fun activities that help with:
🔢 Building math skills (counting & problem-solving)
🤝 Teaching kids to share, take turns, & resolve conflicts
📚 Developing early reading & writing skills
🧸 Encouraging responsibility & preparing for school

Want to know more? Head to our website! 🌐

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #Woodford #mpthepowerofpreschool #preschool

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🎥 Today, we’re joined by Taylor, our room leader for Preschool at Monkey Puzzle Woodford! She explains why it’s so important for children to stay in Preschool until they turn 5. 🧠✨ In the video, Taylor discusses fun activities that help with: 🔢 Building math skills (counting & problem-solving) 🤝 Teaching kids to share, take turns, & resolve conflicts 📚 Developing early reading & writing skills 🧸 Encouraging responsibility & preparing for school Want to know more? Head to our website! 🌐 #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #Woodford #mpthepowerofpreschool #preschool
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Introducing Ella - Rose - Our new Practitioner 💫
Ella - Rose has recently joined us and will be supporting our baby room team.
Please join us in welcoming her to our growing nursery team!
We have vacancies available, head over to our website for more information.
#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #monkeypuzzlecareers #monkeypuzzlewoodford #woodford #woodfordgreen #woodfordcareers

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Introducing Ella - Rose - Our new Practitioner 💫 Ella - Rose has recently joined us and will be supporting our baby room team. Please join us in welcoming her to our growing nursery team! We have vacancies available, head over to our website for more information. #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #monkeypuzzlecareers #monkeypuzzlewoodford #woodford #woodfordgreen #woodfordcareers
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🌍 World Health Day 2025 🌱

Every year on April 7th, we come together to celebrate World Health Day — and this year’s theme is ‘ Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures`.

This year, we’re shining a light on maternal and newborn health — because every child deserves the best start, and every mother deserves care and support.

At Monkey Puzzle, we champion healthy habits from day one — nutritious meals, active play, and nurturing care 💛

Let’s build brighter futures, together.

#WorldHealthDay2025 #MonkeyPuzzleDayNurseries #MPActivities #MonkeyPuzzleFamily

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🌍 World Health Day 2025 🌱 Every year on April 7th, we come together to celebrate World Health Day — and this year’s theme is ‘ Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures'. This year, we’re shining a light on maternal and newborn health — because every child deserves the best start, and every mother deserves care and support. At Monkey Puzzle, we champion healthy habits from day one — nutritious meals, active play, and nurturing care 💛 Let’s build brighter futures, together. #WorldHealthDay2025 #MonkeyPuzzleDayNurseries #MPActivities #MonkeyPuzzleFamily
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🌍💙 Today is World Autism Day! 💙🌍

April 2nd is a day to move beyond awareness and embrace acceptance—because understanding, inclusion, and support make all the difference.

At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we are committed to creating an environment where Autistic children can thrive.

Here’s how we can all play a part:
🔹 Be inclusive – Make space for everyone.
🔹 Show kindness, not judgment – Every child’s journey is different.
🔹 Educate yourself – Learn about Autism from the voices that matter.
🔹 Advocate – Support Autistic children and their families in meaningful ways.

Together, we can build a world that embraces neurodiversity and champions acceptance. ❤️

#WorldAutismDay #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #MonkeyPuzzleDayNurseries #MonkeyPuzzleFamily

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🌍💙 Today is World Autism Day! 💙🌍 April 2nd is a day to move beyond awareness and embrace acceptance—because understanding, inclusion, and support make all the difference. At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we are committed to creating an environment where Autistic children can thrive. Here’s how we can all play a part: 🔹 Be inclusive – Make space for everyone. 🔹 Show kindness, not judgment – Every child’s journey is different. 🔹 Educate yourself – Learn about Autism from the voices that matter. 🔹 Advocate – Support Autistic children and their families in meaningful ways. Together, we can build a world that embraces neurodiversity and champions acceptance. ❤️ #WorldAutismDay #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #MonkeyPuzzleDayNurseries #MonkeyPuzzleFamily
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Early childhood education lays the foundation for a child`s future success 💡

Early Years shapes children`s cognitive, social, and emotional development, and at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we provide a nurturing environment that fosters emotional security, allowing children to thrive and smoothly transition to school 🏫

Our Head of Early Years and Operations discusses how our tailored, child-led approach ensures each child develops at their own pace, acquiring essential social, literacy, and numeracy skills.

To read her full article, head over to our website via the link in our bio, and click News! ✏️

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlewoodford #monkeypuzzlefamily #thepowerofpreschool

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Early childhood education lays the foundation for a child's future success 💡 Early Years shapes children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, and at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, we provide a nurturing environment that fosters emotional security, allowing children to thrive and smoothly transition to school 🏫 Our Head of Early Years and Operations discusses how our tailored, child-led approach ensures each child develops at their own pace, acquiring essential social, literacy, and numeracy skills. To read her full article, head over to our website via the link in our bio, and click News! ✏️ #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlewoodford #monkeypuzzlefamily #thepowerofpreschool
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How To Find Monkey Puzzle Woodford

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Woodford, is proudly located in the heart of Woodford in the IG8 postal sector. The nursery is on Snakes Lane W, opposite the Woodford Green Preparatory School and just down the road from Woodford Fire Station. This makes us well located for serving families in the London Borough of Redbridge.

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

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

Get In Touch

Monkey Puzzle Woodford
16 Snakes Lane, Woodford, Woodford Green IG8 0BS

Call us: 0208 506 2255
Email: nursery@monkeypuzzlewoodford.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)