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Welcome to Monkey Puzzle

Hello, I’m Sheena Patel, a dedicated mother, qualified physiotherapist, and owner of Monkey Puzzle Streatham Common and West Norwood.

Becoming a mum inspired my passion for early years learning and led me to create a nurturing, inspiring environment where children can truly thrive. We are committed to giving every child the care, attention, and opportunities they deserve, just as I would want for my own.

I would love to welcome you to our nursery and show you what makes it so special, so please get in touch.

Sheena

Owner

Praised in our 2022 Ofsted report

Monkey Puzzle West Norwood’s most recent Ofsted report was published in April 2022, confirming that safeguarding standards were effective and children’s safety and wellbeing remain a top priority. The nursery achieved a Good rating across the four key areas of inspection, reflecting the high-quality care, learning and support provided by the team. Parents and carers can read the full Ofsted report here to learn more about the inspectors’ findings.

Ofsted Report

See our nursery through Ofsted’s eyes 

What Makes Us Special

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 West Norwood.

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

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

We’re just around the corner, with lots for you to discover…

  • Part of an Award winning nursery group with over 15 years experience
  • Owners with experience and expertise in the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm
  • Highly stimulating and engaging nursery environment
  • Nutritious and varied menu devised by a nutritionist, all included in the fees
  • All main meals and snacks prepared on site
  • Branded Nappies (under 2’s only), wipes and formula milks included in the price
  • Modern security systems, including CCTV cameras
  • Amazing outside play area with impact absorbing safety surfacing

Extracurricular Classes

Monkey Puzzle West Norwood also offer extracurricular classes, at no extra cost, on certain days of the week which you can enrol your child into, including Spanish lessons, Multi Sports, and Whippersnappers

Monday – Multi Sports 10-11.30
Tuesday – Spanish Lessons 10.30-11.30
Wednesday –Multi Sports 10.30-11.30
Thursday – BB Broadway – 2.30-3.30

What’s Been Happening at Monkey Puzzle West Norwood

We love to share insight into nursery life through our social media pages and accounts. Take a look below to see some of our posts, click to go through to view them in full and leave us a comment or a like.

A huge congratulations to our wonderful Toddler Room Deputy Room Leader, Kady, on being recognised as Employee of the Month. 🌟

Kady is such a caring and encouraging presence in our Toddler Room. She takes the time to support every child as they grow in confidence, develop their independence and discover the world around them.

Her calm nature, kindness and genuine care for the children shine through in everything she does, and she’s always there to support both her team and our families.

Thank you, Kady, for everything you bring to Monkey Puzzle West Norwood. We really appreciate everything you do, and this recognition is so well deserved. 💛

#westnorwood #westnorwoodparents #southlondonfamilies #nurserylife #earlyyears

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Children are growing up in a very different world, and as Early Years professionals, we believe the environments they learn in should evolve too.

As a Chartered Physiotherapist and Nursery Director with more than 20 years’ experience supporting children’s development, Sheena has always believed that every child learns differently. That belief shaped every decision behind our new indoor-outdoor classroom at Monkey Puzzle West Norwood.

This isn’t about creating a beautiful space.
It’s about creating an environment where children feel safe, confident and inspired to learn in the way that’s right for them.

This reel offers a glimpse inside our newest learning space, but there’s so much more to the story.

👉🏼 Visit the link in our bio to read Sheena’s latest article, where she shares the thinking behind every design decision and why she believes outstanding Early Years education means continually asking one important question:

“What do today’s children need from us?”

#westnorwood #westnorwoodparents #earlyyears #learningthroughplay #nurseriesnearme

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There’s something so special about sitting down with a favourite book and sharing it with someone you trust. 

Our toddlers love spending one-to-one time with their Key Person, exploring stories together, chatting about the pictures, turning the pages and letting their imaginations come to life. These moments help to develop language, communication, confidence and a lifelong love of books.

At Monkey Puzzle West Norwood, our Key Person approach is all about building strong, trusting relationships so every child feels safe, supported and ready to learn.

You are welcome to book a tour via the link in our bio, if you're looking for a nursery in West Norwood. 

#westnorwood #westnorwoodparents #earlyyears #readingtogether #nurseriesnearme

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From our Baby Room to school… what a journey it’s been.

Our little graduate joined Monkey Puzzle West Norwood as a baby, and it’s been a privilege to watch her grow into a confident, happy and school-ready little learner.

Hearing both of her parents reflect on their family’s journey means so much to us. They speak about the support they’ve received throughout the years, and that’s exactly what we’re here for.

At Monkey Puzzle West Norwood, we believe that choosing a nursery is about more than finding childcare. It’s about building trusted relationships, supporting families every step of the way and giving every child the confidence to thrive.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your early years journey. We couldn’t be prouder of everything she has achieved, and we wish her every success as she begins her next adventure at school. 

✨ Looking for a nursery in West Norwood where your child can grow from our Baby Room through to Preschool? We’d love to welcome you for a visit.

Book a tour via the link in our bio. 💛

#westnorwood #westnorwoodparents #westnorwoodnursery #babynursery #nurseriesnearme

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The little moments often mean the most. 💛

A reassuring cuddle, a helping hand, a shared laugh or a familiar face at the start of the day.

These are the moments that help children feel secure, build confidence and form trusting relationships.

If you’d like to see what life at our nursery is really like, we’d love to welcome you for a visit.

Book a tour and come and meet the team.

#westnorwoodparents #westnorwood #nurserylife #earlyyears #learningthroughplay

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To mark South Asian Heritage Month, our Director, Sheena Patel, has shared a personal reflection on how her British East African Gujarati heritage has shaped her journey into Early Years and the values that guide our nurseries today.

From family, respect and community to creating environments where every child feels they belong, Sheena explains why diversity isn't something we celebrate for just one month - it's something we live every single day.

💛 We hope you'll take a few moments to read her story.

👉 Read the full article via the link in our bio (or on our website).

#southasianheritagemonth #unityindiversity #westnorwood #earlyyears

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What a wonderful day celebrating our Preschool Class of 2026! 💛

Graduation Day is one of our favourite celebrations of the year, marking an important milestone as our preschoolers prepare for their exciting next adventure at school this September.

For some of our children, this journey began when they first joined us as babies or toddlers. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of watching them grow in confidence, build friendships, discover their personalities and develop into happy, curious little learners.

Celebrating together with our families made the day even more special. There were smiles, laughter, proud moments and memories that we’ll treasure for years to come.

At Monkey Puzzle West Norwood, we’re incredibly proud of the nurturing relationships we’ve built with every child and family. While it’s never easy saying goodbye, we couldn’t be more excited to see what our little graduates achieve next.

Congratulations to our amazing Preschool Class of 2026. You’ll always be part of the Monkey Puzzle West Norwood family.

#westnorwood #westnorwoodparents #preschoolgraduation #schoolreadiness #earlyyearseducation

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How to find Monkey Puzzle West Norwood

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery West Norwood is conveniently located on Norwood Road, in the beautifully restored Old West Norwood Fire Station. Situated in the heart of West Norwood, the nursery is just a short walk from local shops, cafés, and amenities along the high street.

For your convenience, we are only a few minutes’ walk from West Norwood train station, with excellent transport links to central London and surrounding areas.

Get In Touch

To book a viewing, please give us a call.

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery West Norwood
The Old West Norwood Fire Station,
445 Norwood Road, London, SE27 9DN

Tel: 0208 761 1444
Email: manager@monkeypuzzlewestnorwood.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)