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Welcome to Monkey Puzzle

Hello. I’m Gina and I am the Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Guildford. 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 Guildford, 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.

Gina

Nursery Manager

Open Day

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What Makes Us Special

Extracurricular Activities

Molly Moocow has been providing exciting ways to learn for over twenty years. Their team visits Monkey Puzzle Guildford on a weekly basis, providing exciting, fun and educational music, movement and drama classes for our children. Their sessions at our nursery aid with physical development, communication, language & literacy, personal, social & emotional development whist using expressive arts and design.

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Stimulating the imagination

Unique activities

The staff’s positivity is reflected onto the environment and the children, as the setting is continuously filled with laughter and happiness. Our fully qualified team provide expert care and support to all our children, offering unique activities, tailored to meet each child’s needs and interests. Full SEND support is available where required for those children who need it.

Find out more about our curriculum

Stimulating the imagination

Home from home setting

At Monkey Puzzle Guildford, our passionate, friendly, and welcoming staff will instantly make you feel right at home as they are the heart of our nursery, and they pride themselves on ensuring they provide your child with the highest level of care. We have strong links with the local community, as an established Early Years provider, we believe in the importance of supporting our local area and being involved in local events.

Find out more about our care

Space to thrive

Fantastic outdoor space

Our outdoor facilities ensure all our children can make the most of the outdoors during their nursery day. The baby garden is the perfect place for babies to explore a new space while enjoying some fresh air, while the mud kitchen and bug station give our older children the chance to get creative and learn more about their environment. The outdoor gazebo ensures that outdoor learning can take place all year round, whatever the weather as we put great importance on the ability for our children to learn and grow in the great outdoors!

Find out more about our facilities

Lots to explore

Extracurricular Activities

Molly Moocow has been providing exciting ways to learn for over twenty years. Their team visits Monkey Puzzle Guildford on a weekly basis, providing exciting, fun and educational music, movement and drama classes for our children. Their sessions at our nursery aid with physical development, communication, language & literacy, personal, social & emotional development whist using expressive arts and design.

Find Out More

Stimulating the imagination

Unique activities

The staff’s positivity is reflected onto the environment and the children, as the setting is continuously filled with laughter and happiness. Our fully qualified team provide expert care and support to all our children, offering unique activities, tailored to meet each child’s needs and interests. Full SEND support is available where required for those children who need it.

Find out more about our curriculum

Stimulating the imagination

Home from home setting

At Monkey Puzzle Guildford, our passionate, friendly, and welcoming staff will instantly make you feel right at home as they are the heart of our nursery, and they pride themselves on ensuring they provide your child with the highest level of care. We have strong links with the local community, as an established Early Years provider, we believe in the importance of supporting our local area and being involved in local events.

Find out more about our care

Space to thrive

Fantastic outdoor space

Our outdoor facilities ensure all our children can make the most of the outdoors during their nursery day. The baby garden is the perfect place for babies to explore a new space while enjoying some fresh air, while the mud kitchen and bug station give our older children the chance to get creative and learn more about their environment. The outdoor gazebo ensures that outdoor learning can take place all year round, whatever the weather as we put great importance on the ability for our children to learn and grow in the great outdoors!

Find out more about our facilities

Lots to explore

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 Guildford.

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

Tara Haslett

March 27th, 2024

I can not recommend this nursery enough! My grandson has been here for six months now and has come on leaps and bounds. He loves all the staff there and comes home each day telling me about his day. The family app is great and being able to see what he does each day is a real bonus.

Victoria Sirotti

March 27th, 2024

We are blown away by the facilities, the staff, the activities and the support! The nursery team have such genuine affection for the children and endless time and patience for the parents. Our little one comes home full of excitement, and the team/app ensures that we know every little

Kirsty Floyd

March 27th, 2024

A beautiful nursery my son attends it’s clean, organised great activities all around. Best of all the staff are all amazing girls they absolutely adore my son which gives me great confidence in his safety whilst I’m working which can be tough to find.

Lisa Flounders

March 27th, 2024

My son started nursery at just 14 weeks old and I was nervous about starting him so young. I had no reason at all to worry. I now have a baby almost six months old who is happy, sociable and who clearly always has a lovely time the two days he spends at nursery. The team are warm,

Chloe Grant

March 27th, 2024

Wow! What a fantastic nursery, as a nervous first-time mum I was blown away with what Monkey Puzzle had to offer! My little man has been there over a year now and has come on leaps and bounds since starting. He has a varied well thought out menu throughout the week and amazing activities.

Martyina Harnden

March 27th, 2024

The team at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery have been very accommodating and welcoming. My daughter started in September after leaving a previous nursery that she was very settled at. My daughters' key workers and the management have made us both feel very welcome and have been very supportive.

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 Guildford’s key information at a glance.

  • Learning guided by the national Early Years Foundation Stage
  • An amazing home-from-home environment
  • CCTV to ensure safety and security
  • Branded nappies and creams included
  • Children experience more with all-inclusive extra-curricular activities
  • 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.

Gina - Monkey Puzzle Guildford

Gina

Manager

My name is Gina Richards and I am thrilled to introduce you to our nursery in Guildford. I am dedicated to providing every child with outstanding learning experiences to support them to reach their full potential and thrive in all areas of development.

Hayley - Monkey Puzzle Guildford

Hayley

Deputy Manager

I have been working with children for over ten years. After graduating from University, I am excited to be a part of the team at Monkey Puzzle Guildford and look forward to welcoming children and their families to the nursery.

Bonnie - Monkey Puzzle Guildford

Bonnie

Room Leader

Monkey Puzzle Guildford Open Day!

August 25th, 2022

Nursery vs Preschool at School

March 13th, 2025

What’s Been Happening At Our Nursery

Let`s get Creative! 🧑‍🎨

The babies had a fantastic time creating collages. They explored different textures, colours and patterns. They loved feeling the fluffy feathers, scrunching up the tissue paper, and sticking everything down.

Well done Babies!

#monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordsurrey

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Let's get Creative! 🧑‍🎨 The babies had a fantastic time creating collages. They explored different textures, colours and patterns. They loved feeling the fluffy feathers, scrunching up the tissue paper, and sticking everything down. Well done Babies! #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordsurrey
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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 #monkeypuzzleguildford #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 #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzlefamily #thepowerofpreschool
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It`s Eid al-Fitr ❤️

This year, Eid al-Fitr begins this evening and will end on the evening of Monday 31st March.

Eid al-Fitr is a special day that comes after Ramadan! It`s a time to celebrate, be thankful, and share joy with family and friends 🥳

Don`t forget to spread kindness and give hugs! 💕 What are you most excited about this Eid? 🥰

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #happyEid #EidMubarak

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It's Eid al-Fitr ❤️ This year, Eid al-Fitr begins this evening and will end on the evening of Monday 31st March. Eid al-Fitr is a special day that comes after Ramadan! It's a time to celebrate, be thankful, and share joy with family and friends 🥳 Don't forget to spread kindness and give hugs! 💕 What are you most excited about this Eid? 🥰 #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #happyEid #EidMubarak
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Happy Mother`s Day 🌸

Happy Mother`s Day to all of the wonderful mummy`s nanny`s, aunties, sisters and all the other women in our lives who love and care for us everyday, those who are with us, and those who aren`t ✨

"A mother`s love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible" ❤️

We are thinking of all those who find today somewhat difficult, just know that you are special in every way, and you are so very loved.

We hope you and your family`s have a lovely day celebrating together!

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #mothersday

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Happy Mother's Day 🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful mummy's nanny's, aunties, sisters and all the other women in our lives who love and care for us everyday, those who are with us, and those who aren't ✨ "A mother's love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible" ❤️ We are thinking of all those who find today somewhat difficult, just know that you are special in every way, and you are so very loved. We hope you and your family's have a lovely day celebrating together! #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #mothersday
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🌻 Planting Sunflowers🌻

Preschool have been learning about flowers and how they grow. They have enjoyed looking at fact books that describe the life cycle of a flower.

Each Preschooler also planted their own Sunflower. We will water them and watch them grow.

Well done Preschool!

#monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordsurrey #nurseryguildford

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🌻 Planting Sunflowers🌻 Preschool have been learning about flowers and how they grow. They have enjoyed looking at fact books that describe the life cycle of a flower. Each Preschooler also planted their own Sunflower. We will water them and watch them grow. Well done Preschool! #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordsurrey #nurseryguildford
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🍴 Cutting Playdough 🍴

The toddlers have been practicing using cutlery by cutting playdough. They enjoyed learning how to hold knives and forks and how to use their knives to cut with.

Well done Toddlers!

#monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #eyfs #guildford #guildfordsurrey

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🍴 Cutting Playdough 🍴 The toddlers have been practicing using cutlery by cutting playdough. They enjoyed learning how to hold knives and forks and how to use their knives to cut with. Well done Toddlers! #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #eyfs #guildford #guildfordsurrey
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Ever wondered what life looks like through the eyes of a preschooler at Monkey Puzzle Guildford? ✨
 
We spent a whole day following an adorable, energetic little one while they were at preschool - their morning giggles, snack-time negotiations and playground adventures🛝🍎
 
Watch along as our children do more than just have fun, they’re building the skills they’ll need for the big step into school! 🏫✏️
 
For more information about preschool at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, head over to our website via the link in our bio 👆🏼
 
#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzlefamily #preschool #thepowerofpreschool #adayinthelife

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Ever wondered what life looks like through the eyes of a preschooler at Monkey Puzzle Guildford? ✨   We spent a whole day following an adorable, energetic little one while they were at preschool - their morning giggles, snack-time negotiations and playground adventures🛝🍎   Watch along as our children do more than just have fun, they’re building the skills they’ll need for the big step into school! 🏫✏️   For more information about preschool at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, head over to our website via the link in our bio 👆🏼   #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzlefamily #preschool #thepowerofpreschool #adayinthelife
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✨ Story Time ✨

Reading stories creates quality time and treasured moments between children and their family and friends. It builds imagination, starts conversations and is a fantastic way to introduce children to new adventures and ideas.

Why not enjoy some fantastic stories from our Marvin`s Bedtime Stories collection.

Visit- https://monkeypuzzledaynurseries.com/marvins-bedtime-stories/

#monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordnursery

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✨ Story Time ✨ Reading stories creates quality time and treasured moments between children and their family and friends. It builds imagination, starts conversations and is a fantastic way to introduce children to new adventures and ideas. Why not enjoy some fantastic stories from our Marvin's Bedtime Stories collection. Visit- https://monkeypuzzledaynurseries.com/marvins-bedtime-stories/ #monkeypuzzleguildford #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #guildford #guildfordnursery
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Happy St Patrick`s Day! 🍀

St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated every March 17th is packed with parades, good luck charms, and all things green. The event started as a religious holiday, but over time it’s become a celebration of Irish culture.

Will you be celebrating today? Let us know in the comments below! ✨

#monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #StPatricksDay

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Happy St Patrick's Day! 🍀 St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated every March 17th is packed with parades, good luck charms, and all things green. The event started as a religious holiday, but over time it’s become a celebration of Irish culture. Will you be celebrating today? Let us know in the comments below! ✨ #monkeypuzzledaynurseries #monkeypuzzlefamily #StPatricksDay
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How To Find Monkey Puzzle Guildford

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Guildford can be found on just off the A246 on Denmark Road, opposite St Joseph’s Catholic Church and York Road Car Park, our post code is GU1 4DA. London Road Railway Station and Guildford town centre are just a few minutes-walk away.

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 Day Nursery Guildford
2 Denmark Road, Guildford. GU1 4DA

Call us: 01483 456753
Email: manager@monkeypuzzleguildford.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)