Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Rye House, 28 Easton Street, High Wycombe HP11 1NT
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9.4 25 Reviews
Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe Day Nursery offers an ideal environment for early years learning and development, including bright and open plan rooms, as well as both indoor and outdoor play. While being highly-resourced and focused on learning, the team also prioritise safety and security, maintaining a healthy facility and a service in which parents can feel confident.

Care Provided by Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Katie (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 73
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

  • Please see our website for fee information.


  • Parking
  • Parking is behind the nursery and can be accessed via Abbey Place


Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe Reviews (25)

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Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.396) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe has 25 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing where to send your child is the most important decision for their early years development. I chose Monkey Puzzle in 2020 for my first child you thrived at the nursery and was cared for and taught so well by staff. It was then an easy choice to send my second child to the same nurturing environment.
My little one is doing so well there, they have mornings out at the park as well as walking into town to visit the library and shops to buy ingredients for their cooking creations. All brilliant foundation skills to have and access to new experiences.
The nursery is clean and always feels welcoming, the staff are approachable and are brilliant when helping out with new changes such as potty training.
Overall, this is a nursery I feel confident sending my children to.

Reply from Katie May, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure being a part of your children's journey. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been a part of the Monkey Puzzle HW family since 2022 with both our boys attending from 9m/1yo. I can say wholeheartedly that choosing this nursery was one of the best decisions we have made. The staff are exceptional - they are loving, caring and really do foster such a welcoming environment
for the children (and parents!). The communication from staff & management is next to none - it feels like a family here. Our eldest graduates in the Summer, we will be so sad to see him move on from here but I know Monkey Puzzle have set him up for what lies ahead at big school! I would recommend Monkey Puzzle to anyone, my boys run in with a smile which is the greatest review you could have!

Reply from Katie May, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure being a part of your children's journey. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is really happy at the nursery, has made lovely friends and big leaps in his development. We always feel he is in safe hands & are sending our second child to the same nursery. The staff are kind, and the environment is clean and organised.

Reply from Katie May, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure being a part of your Childs journey. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hi! I am very happy with the Monkey Puzzle nursery, my son is also very happy to be there. The teachers are very nice and patient. They have a lot of activities and I'm excited they go even outside the nursery for activities ( market , park ) . My child was not an English speaker, but he did very well
and learned English quite quickly, again thanks to the patience of the teachers.

Reply from Katie May, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure being a part of your Childs journey. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a single parent, I can't express how grateful I am for the exceptional care my daughter receives at Monkey Puzzle. From day one, the staff has gone above and beyond to create a nurturing environment where my daughter feels safe and excited to learn.
The educators are genuinely dedicated, fostering
her growth through engaging activities tailored to her needs. Their support for me as a single parent has been incredible; they understand my challenges and provide invaluable resources and encouragement, making me feel part of a caring community.
Communication is excellent, with regular updates on my daughter's progress, keeping me connected to her journey. It's heartwarming to see her come home eager to share what she has learned.
I highly recommend to any parent seeking a supportive and enriching environment for their child. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our lives!

Reply from Katie May, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure being a part of your Childs journey. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We sent both our children to Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery and our time with them has spanned nine years, ending in August 2024. I can wholeheartedly recommend this nursery team to be kind, caring, passionate about what they do, engaging with parents, great communicators (they have an app which is updated
daily with activity photos, and a log of your child's progress). If ever we've had any questions, the manager and the team have been really responsive and worked with us. It's more than just a team, it's a family, and as a parent and child, you too are welcomed into that family. I feel like they have been such a huge part of our lives for almost a decade, and we have all been through a lot in that time. We will be forever grateful that we chose Monkey Puzzle to care for our children in their earliest years.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It's been an absolute pleasure being a part of your children's journey over the years. Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined Monkey Puzzle in 2021 and has just started school this September. Our 18-month-old is currently attending. Our experience has been wholly positive. The staff in all rooms show great care and compassion and the communication i.e. daily activity and learning updates and responding to messages
on the app have all been fantastic. The Nursery Manager is friendly and approachable and is frequently at the door. Given the challenges all nurseries have experienced with staffing, the manager has done amazingly well to consistently provide a safe, compassionate and engaging day nursery environment. Other perks include being 5 min walking distance from the town centre and train station, a decent size and secure outdoor play area and good parking, and well-organised parent-child events throughout the year. We highly recommend Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and your kinds words. We are pleased to hear you've had (and continue to have) a positive experience! Thank you for being a part of the nursery family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with caring staff.


My son joined the preschool class at 3 years old after attending another setting where he had been since he was 8 months old. We were anxious about how he would adjust to such a major change, but the staff were supportive and he settled in nicely. He enjoyed his

time there with great activities and outings.


Management are easy to reach and the nursery is conveniently located with parking for drop off and pick up.


The nursery was recommended to us by a friend whose child already attended and I would recommend it too!


Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review - we loved every moment of your little one's journey! Thank you for being a part of the nursery family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has thoroughly enjoyed his three years at Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe. The staff are lovely and so caring with the children. The management have been under pressure recently in line with the sector as a whole but they have always put the needs of the children first. As a result, the nursery is
a beautiful and welcoming space for the children where they can feel safe and free to grow and express themselves. The activities for the children are fun and engaging and my son especially loves all of the food prepared fresh on site. The facilities are good with plenty to keep little ones entertained and the children follow the early years curriculum with letters and number practice through different themes. The nursery have really prepared my son well for school too, and helped him grow into a happy, confident and independent little boy. I definitely recommend Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to leave us a review. We've enjoyed every moment of your little ones journey and it's a pleasure having your daughter currently at the setting too! Thank you for being a part of the nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been here since she was 7 months and is now in pre-school. She and we love it! The staff are excellent, especially the management team. They do great activities and there are lots of 1 on 1 care with the children. The chef is great and has definitely helped with introducing our daughter
to new tastes. It is a really kind, caring and welcoming family! Can’t recommend it enough!

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much, we are pleased you love the nursery! We equally love watching your daughter grow daily (since she was a baby). Thank you for being a part of our nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From our very first visit to the nursery when choosing which one to send our son to, we knew Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe would provide a happy and safe environment for him. The team are enthusiastic, warm and caring and our son, having now attended for 14 months, absolutely loves his nursery family.
The last year of Covid has presented so many additional challenges for the nursery, and they have taken it all in their stride and adapted magnificently. While the nursery was closed due to lockdown, they provided online sessions tailored to each age group and since reopening, we have every confidence in their Covid compliance and strict health and safety regime that has been put in place (in addition to all normal procedures in place for a nursery in normal times).
The management team keep in touch regularly with parents with updates and regular Zoom sessions.
We are so happy we chose Monkey Puzzle High Wycombe and look forward to seeing our son develop further there over the next few years.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for taking your time to write such kind words. We appreciate the love and support, thank you for being a part of our nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We chose Monkey Puzzle for our youngest following a very bad experience with another nursery during the first lockdown of 2020. We were unable to physically look round Monkey Puzzle when we enquired however the nursery manager ran a Zoom call with us where we had a full tour of the nursery. We liked
what we saw and we felt a real sense of comfort from the manager therefore we enrolled. Since joining in Septem 2020 we have been thoroughly impressed with Monkey Puzzle. The cleanliness is of a high standard. Their hours are very convenient for full time working parents. The children are all fed lovely in house-cooked meals. The team plan and implement lots of exciting play for all age groups on a daily basis. We are regularly kept up to date through an Early Learning App with pictures and videos of their development stages. Our 3-year-old son thoroughly enjoys nursery and is always excited to go. Monkey Puzzle also offer great support to parents too.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it! Thank you for being a part of our nursery family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Over the last three years, I have had both of my kids go to this nursery. I am so amazed at how much commitment all the staff give to all the children in their care. I am constantly reassured that my kids are okay in eating, learning, developing and having strong interaction with other children. I’ve
seen both of my kids be so independent and enjoy going to nursery. I look forward to pictures and videos to see what the kids have been up to which the nursery do on a daily basis. I would highly recommend this nursery to all my friends and family.

Reply from Cheryl Law, Director at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you, we truly appreciate your kind words! It's been a wonderful journey with your children!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children have attended Monkey Puzzle for several years now, I can not thank the entire team enough for everything that they do on a daily basis. The resources in place for the children to develop, learn and be creative are excellent.
Especially in this COVID situation where change is expected regularly,
the team have adapted proactively with the interest of the children as a priority. The entire team are exceptional, accommodating and always flexible to parents needs as well as the children. It's a true family!

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much. We really appreciate all your love and support!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff here have taken extremely good care of our daughter. She commenced attending halfway through pandemic when she was 15-months old, and they have been excellent through an extremely trying period.
Our daughter has flourished here, and there have been many instances of her developing skills
here that we were struggling with at home, from walking, eating independently and socialising with new children and adults.
We viewed a few nurseries before choosing Monkey Puzzle and the key element which convinced us was when the staff member who was showing us around on a viewing visit (pre-COVID), kept getting interrupted by other kids wanting a cuddle from her. We felt this was the best possible endorsement of the staff we needed to see.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for your kind words and for your love and support. We love having you as part of our nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both our children absolutely love this nursery - it’s a real community - we could not recommend this nursery enough. Really excellent updates from the staff and we always feel like our children are happy.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you for being a part of our nursery family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Monkey Puzzle, High Wycombe since she was 13 months old (now 3 and a half years) and has loved every minute. The staff are brilliant and my daughter has always been happy there. In the last year, since the pandemic, the management team have been exceptional, making good
decisions based on the wellbeing of the children and their staff, not on the business. Highly recommend.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much, this means a lot to us! We love watching your little one grow, it only seems like yesterday when she was in the baby room, it's a pleasure!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had a child at this nursery since 2015 until now. We’ve loved this nursery. The staff are supportive of the children and their parents. They provide nutritious and delicious food, fantastic learning and playing opportunities and take excellent care of all the children’s needs. I’m grateful for
regular updates about my sons’ progress. And I’ve been super impressed with how the nursery has faced the challenges presented by the pandemic. They have been adaptable, transparent and have gone to great lengths to support the kids, even when we were stuck at home! My first son was well prepared for his transition to reception and I’ll be sad when my second child graduates from Monkey Puzzle!

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you!
It's been an absolute pleasure being a part of your children's early years journey! Thank you for taking part in our virtual nursery during the lockdown, we made some special memories!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing a nursery is probably one of the biggest decisions I've made as a parent and Monkey Puzzle has by far been the best place for my son.
From the moment I viewed the nursery I knew this was the right place for us, and my son loved it too, happily interacting with staff and children as we toured
this nursery (he's been here since June 2019).
The staff are incredible, so hardworking and caring. I love that this nursery has a real family feel to it and I know that my son is in the best possible care while I am at work.
The development I have seen in my son has been amazing, he is such a bright, chatty and friendly little boy who grows and develops every day.
I saw a number of nurseries in the High Wycombe area and this is the only one I felt happy to leave my son at.
If you are looking for a nursery in High Wycombe then look no further than Monkey Puzzle!

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq, Manager at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a part of our family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I began looking at nurseries with a close proximity to the railway station and was unhappy with my search. A friend recommended Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe and I went to see them. On arrival, the manager for the babies room helped me with a tour. I then enrolled and had a few settling in
sessions. From these sessions, I saw how loving and attentive the staff were. I was apprehensive at first as I am a first-time mum and have to commute into London. However, my daughter seems very happy and in the photos I receive she is always playing. I have also noticed staff roll up her sleeves and have a bib on her when feeding her. It’s small details that make me appreciate the staff. The area is also very clean and staff spray and steam the areas during sessions and I have noticed the bedding is also very clean. The managers and admin staff are also extremely helpful so I always feel I can speak to them. I am so pleased to have found this nursery.

Reply from Sanum Mushtaq at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

Thank you for taking time to write a review about the nursery. It is always the little things that matter and we are so grateful that you notice them. Your child is always so happy and such a delight to have as part of our nursery family.


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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.396)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.396) out of 10 for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.880 for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe is calculated as follows: ( (95 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.88

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.516 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.9

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 73 number of registered child places is 14.6. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 14.6 = 0.616

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

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Cheryl Law

Job Title: Nursery Owner

Joined: 2014

My business background is in administration and finance. Having been an Administrator of a Church of England church and then a Middle School.

I decided to use my expertise and experience to start up the nursery, something I love doing.

I have five grown up children, one fantastic granddaughter and one dog.

In my spare time, I am a member of Rotary International and I am a Worship Leader and Service Leader at our local church, and I sing.

I have got a passion for creating outstanding child development. I also have strong interpersonal skills and a natural ability to bring out the best in the people around, I like challenges. I am particularly interested in children’s literature and documentary films.

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Katie

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2025

Nursery Manager

With over 20 years of experience I am excited to now be apart of the Monkey Puzzle team at High Wycombe.

Frequently Asked Questions about Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe

What is the Age Range of Children that Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe accepts?

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe Open?

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe have capacity for?

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe has capacity for a total of 73 Children.

How far is Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery High Wycombe to the centre of High Wycombe?

0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.