Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

St Paul's Parish Hall, Garden Street, Stafford ST17 4DD
Submit a Review
9.9 72 Reviews
  • Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford, Stafford
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford is part of an award-winning nursery group and is an Ofsted Good rated nursery (May 2024).

They provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children to discover and learn through play. The team of dedicated staff are selected to ensure all children's daily needs are catered for in a warm and caring environment.

Their ethos and values are reflected in their staff and their practices to develop an exceptional environment for learning so that children will never cease to grow.

The facility has dedicated nursery spaces for different age ranges, including mobile and non-mobile babies. Each room reflects the seven areas of learning as prescribed in the early years foundation stage and is designed to be accessible to every child.

All children participate in weekly sessions of both yoga and Kidslingo. Calm space yoga will introduce the children to stretches, movements, stories, songs, relaxation and sensory play. Kidslingo is dedicated to teaching languages to young children in a fun and interactive way, using songs, dance, Makaton, games and drama to bring the language to life and inspire little learners.

The freshwater tropical aquarium is a key feature for the pre-School and baby rooms which provides a relaxing and calming environment whilst also providing an enhanced learning experience.

An eye health screening service is also provided for all pre-school children by an in-house optometrist.

Show Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford on the Map

Care Provided by Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Barb Homer (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 79
  • 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 & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

  • £69.50 for Full Day Sessions (07:30-18:30)
    £42 for Half Day Sessions (07:30-13:00 or 13:00-18:30)

  • All prices are inclusive of breaks, snacks, hot meals, nappies, milk and extra curricular activities such as Kidslingo French
  • Parking

  • Large onsite car park


Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford Reviews (72)

Total of 72, showing 1-20
9.9

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.911) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford has 72 reviews.

Overall Experience

  • 71
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Date Published

72
11
22
28
44

Review from Stephanie K (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is amazing, the staff are so friendly and caring towards my little one. They have made me feel so comfortable going back to work knowing she will be well looked after by amazing staff in the baby room. I am forever grateful, as it's so hard to know your having to work and not being there
for all those special moments they have made that transition so easy and put me at ease.
I can't thank you all enough!

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for your lovely feedback about the nursery and the staff.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from G T (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot fault the nursery.
Staff are amazing with the children.
My son really enjoys going to nursery. Always so happy and bubbly when we pick him up.
Staff are very good at feeding back what my con has done throughout the day.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for such lovely comments, we are glad that your son is so happy here.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Niomi F (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 8 months old she absolutely adores all the staff and enjoys her days at nursery. Her development since attending the nursery is amazing and I can not fault anything. Management are very efficient and friendly such an amazing team.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the feedback about your daughter's development, the nursery and staff.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from L E (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is starting to settle really well and enjoys playing and comes home and tells me the fun he's had at nursery.
He's starting to interact really well which makes me happy.
He's enjoying his food there too and starting to eat a lot more.
I love that I get updates and how well my child is
doing.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Its great to hear that your son shares his nursery experience with you!


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from M E (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Monkey Puzzle are absolutely brilliant! I'm very grateful to have such a lovely nursery on our doorstep with such caring staff who really go that extra mile to look after our little boy. The details in their observations never go unnoticed and everything they write relates to what he's
interested in and things he does and says! We are always greeted with smiles and happy faces on drop off and pick up, and if anything needs bringing to our attention they are hot off the mark! 10/10. Great nursery

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for the incredible feedback about the nursery, staff and observations.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Stephen H (Father of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are incredibly happy with monkey puzzle! The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely dedicated to the children's well-being and development. Our son has grew so much since joining-he loves the activities, has made wonderful friends, and comes home excited to share what he's learned. The communication
with parents is excellent, and we always feel reassured that he is in a safe, nurturing environment. Thank you to the amazing team for creating such a happy place for our little one!

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for the great feedback which is very detailed. We are so glad you are happy with your experience.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Lily B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very helpful with encouraging the children to play together. I am very proud of how far my child has grown with the help of the nursery, all staff are pleasant and supportive. The weekly updates give parents an insight into the environment and give peace of mind when away from the child.
Overall I think the nursery is doing fantastic with how many children they have and the way every child is engaged equally.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and comments.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from David B (Father of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Monkey Puzzle is the Bee's Knee's of Nurseries in Stafford. Our son has been going there now for over 18months. He started in the baby room and now is in the toddler room. All the way through they have supported Ted and given good feedback through his progressision each week. My child really enjoys
coming to Monkey Puzzle and we highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a nursery for their child.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and for recommending us.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Kate W (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely adores everything about Monkey puzzles. His confidence has grown so much, he loves his yoga sessions and his French lessons and is always in the garden! He's always doing different activities, messy play, reading. Everything. The staff are lovely, open to communication and handovers
are given after every single session. Communication with management is quick, efficient and really simple. We love Monkey Puzzles and are going to be so sad when he graduates this year!

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely feedback and comments about the nursery.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am really pleased with everything that Monkey Puzzle had to offer, my little boy loves going and get so excited on nursery days.
His development since attending is amazing and he has made lots of friends.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely feedback and comments about the setting.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Tiffany J (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at monkey puzzle for almost a year now, she loves it.. the staff there are amazing with her, they definitely have helped her and are very welcoming there. I am so glad I enrolled my daughter here.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely feedback and comments about the nursery.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Tammy T (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has always supported and worked with me and my child from the start, they help work hand in hand with the learning and skills my child needs to learn both at home and at nursery. The communication between them and ourselves is very strong, regardless of how hard the subject might be. My
child is very settled in the nursery and has come on leaps and bounds since starting there. We couldn't thank the staff and management enough for all the continued support of our child's education and continued support in the family in general. Monkey Puzzle isn't just a business or a nursery, it is a family, they all make you feel so welcome and so safe to be around.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for such lovely comments and review of our nursery.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from F J (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Monkey Puzzle is a warm, friendly nursery that really cares about its kids. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since starting there and is a happy, sociable little girl. The staff are all fantastic, and there is a great range of activities for the children to do set out each day. Facilities are
good, particularly the outdoor space. They have an onsite kitchen and are fed home-cooked well-balanced meals daily.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Such lovely feedback which is great to hear- thank you so much.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, such lovely staff, and a tidy Environment. Would definitely recommend it to others due to the high standards of learning and also the kindness the staff brings. It is such a lovely nursery.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for your lovely comments and feedback.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Mark F (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved our child to Monkey Puzzle from a childminder setting about 12 months ago, and it was the best move ever. Since then, she's transformed from a shy, reserved little girl into a happy, confident child who's always wanting to learn.
The staff are really friendly and communicative and keep us
informed. The app is great for seeing what she's been up to during the day too, with photos, updates on her progress as well as being informative about what she's eaten, toilet, etc...
Overall, it's obvious our child is engaged during her nursery time and she comes home tired and happy, which is a credit to all at Monkey Puzzle.
Would highly recommend it.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for your lovely comments- we are so proud of your daughter's nursery achievement.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Jessica M (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford since he was eight months old, he is now two years and ten months old. With the help of the lovely staff at the nursery, they have helped my son progress in all areas of learning. I have regular updates on an app, so I am able to see what area of
learning they have been focusing on. My son is happy and content when he is at nursery, if I ever have any worries, I am reassured straight away. My son has an allergy issue with foods, and whilst I am going through a stressful time with the doctors, the nursery has been so helpful in cooperating with not only myself but with my son's needs to ensure he has the appropriate foods at meal times. Thank you again to all the staff at Monkey Puzzle.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for your comments- we are so proud to be able to cater for your sons individual needs.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Monkey Puzzle has been brilliant for my son; he's been there since six months old and has thrived in his development. His walking and communication skills are improving and can understand what he's saying. The staff work really hard and are non-stop in their roles. They are very accommodating to work
around you and your child, which is great because each child develops differently. My son goes in with no problem and really enjoys himself. The food is always great, and he's tried lots of different varieties, which is great. It's a brilliant nursery, and so pleased my son enjoys it there.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for your review and we are so glad of your lovely experience


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from I G (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have always had a positive experience with the care of my child whilst at Monkey Puzzle and the general concern for safeguarding and everyone's well-being. My child is always happy to go to nursery, full of excitement when I collect him, with lots to tell me about his day and often crafts to bring
home, which we always love. My child loves the food at the nursery and loves the outside area. I am always satisfied with the friendly and helpful staff and have had a brilliant experience sending my child here.
Management has always done their utmost best to cater my working hours around my child's care to the best of their ability, taking a massive weight off my shoulders, and it is always appreciated.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely comments about the staff, food and your experience.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Danielle P (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been with the nursery since September 23. At first, he didn’t settle at all!
It took 5-6 months before I could drop him off and didn’t cry or cry when picking him up! It took a lot for me as a first-time mum to trust that the team knew best. To continue to believe he would settle in time
and to trust the process! Every day I did a handover in the morning, and the team communicated via the app during the already busy day to keep me updated and reassured!
We had a few tough months with being unwell weekly and generally not settling, but the team and management worked with me and my son to make every day a more enjoyable one. I trust the team and the processes. I believe they listen to me, and nothing is too much. I’m confident that my little boy is now happy and in the best place to learn and thrive. All members of the staff my son at 19 months know and talks about at home. I definitely would recommend - my son loves the daily activities, the fish, the outside area and the staff.
Top nursery!

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you so much for your honest feedback about our nursery.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Ruth B (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good nursery! Always keeps me updated on my daughter's progress and is forward-thinking with her learning. Always take in all festivals and get everyone involved. My daughter has been here since she was four months old, and loves it here. A lovely bunch of staff - always smiling.

Reply from Gaitri Sharma, Owner at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

Thank you for the lovely comments. It is so lovely to see your daughter growing with us.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.911)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.911) out of 10 for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford 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 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.911 for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford is calculated as follows: ( (306 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 336 Ratings = 4.911

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford is based on 28 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 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 79 number of registered child places is 15.8, which has been reached with 28 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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.

Child Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

Awards / Recognitions (0)

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading events

Meet the Team (2)

Gaitri

Gaitri Sharma

Job Title: Nursery Owner

Joined: 2019

My name is Gaitri and I am the proud owner of Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford. Being a mother to four young children, I am aware how the first years of a child’s life lay the foundation for their future. Children need to read and write, but they also need to learn through play. A well rounded education helps children make the most out of their physical abilities and develops important social skills.


Coming from a teaching background, I appreciate the commitment and dedication required to deliver a positive and enriching learning experience. This shall be the essence of all that we do and is emphasised in our mission statement…


“To develop an exceptional environment for learning so that our children will never cease to grow”


Qualifications, skills & experience:
- Post Graduate Compulsory Education (PGCE) Wolverhampton University
- Masters Graduate, Bournemouth University, Tourism Management and Marketing
- Assistant Director for Travel and Tourism, Uniformed Public Services & Sport and Early Years
- Self-employed Customer Service Training Consultant
- Mother to four children


Barb

Barb Homer

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2019

Hi, my name is Barb. I have three children, whom I’m very proud of. I have worked within the childcare setting for the past 17 years and strive to achieve children’s best outcomes within the Early


Years sector. I enjoy working alongside parents to ensure we gain the best outcomes for their child/children. I have an extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework and management. I find a strong happy team is the structure for a unique learning environment, here at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford we see ourselves as being that first unique step in your child/children’s learning journey.


In my spare time I like to paddle board, kayak and walk mountains.


Qualifications, skills & experience:
- Foundation Degree in Early Years
- Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children
- Paediatric First Aid
- First Aid at Work
- SEN Autistic Spectrum Disorder
- Makaton Trained
- Food Safety Level 2
- Mother to three children


Frequently Asked Questions about Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford

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

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

What Days & Hours is Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford Open?

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford 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 Stafford have capacity for?

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford has capacity for a total of 79 Children.

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

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of daynurseries.co.uk. Please contact Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Stafford has a Platinum Service – more info.