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Cheeky Monkey Childrens Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2023)
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5.0(20 parent reviews) ·140 Aberford Road, Leeds, LS26 8LG · Leeds
Number of places
96 places
Age range
Up to 4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Leeds

About this day nursery

Cheeky Monkey Day Nursery, located in Woodlesford, provides childcare for children aged three months to five years. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, also offering morning (7:30 am to 1:00 pm) and afternoon (1:00 pm to 6:30 pm) sessions.

They focus on creating a safe, happy, and stimulating environment where children learn through play, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. The nursery is committed to engaging children in activities that foster involvement, interest, and inspiration.

They also actively work with other agencies and the community to involve both staff and children in broader community initiatives. Emphasising the importance of nutrition, Cheeky Monkey Day Nursery has partnered with the Early Years Nutrition Partnership to ensure they provide healthy food that supports children's development and establishes good eating habits from an early age.

The nursery is conveniently located near Woodlesford train station and primary school, and prides itself on achieving the Millie's Mark award, which signifies their commitment to exceeding minimum safety requirements.

Our ethos

Cheeky Monkey Day Nursery's pedagogical approach is play-based, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. They aim to create a safe, happy, and stimulating environment where children are engaged through activities that foster involvement, interest, and inspiration. The nursery also emphasises community involvement and strong nutritional practices for development.

What it's like

Children are very happy and relaxed in this nurturing environment, settling quickly and making good progress. They develop close bonds with staff, feeling safe and emotionally secure, and learn independence and good self-care skills.

Award-winning childcareMillie's Mark accreditedEarly Years Nutrition Partnership

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Session types

Full Day, Morning Session (7:30am - 1:00pm), Afternoon Session (1:00pm - 6:30pm)

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7:30am until 6:30pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2010

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cheeky Monkey Childrens Day Nursery

Last inspected 27 June 2023 · Julie Dent

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are very happy and relaxed in this nurturing environment, settling quickly and making good progress. They develop close bonds with staff, feeling safe and emotionally secure, and learn independence and good self-care skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff have high expectations for all children and know their key children extremely well.
  • Children learn about a range of cultural festivals and support charities.
  • Children are keen to take part in interesting learning experiences, such as a Romanian lesson.
  • Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills and enjoy playing outside.
  • Staff help children to develop a love of books from an early age.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen staff's understanding of the intent of planned group activities, so that their teaching is consistently focused on what they want children to learn.
Inspection #10295437 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of all aspects of care and education which staff provide for their children.

They comment that staff 'go above and beyond' what is expected when supporting their children.

Parents say that staff understand what is important and unique to their children and are, therefore, effective in meeting their needs.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength of the setting. Staff swiftly identify children who need additional support. They work closely with families and other professionals to create and implement individual learning plans. Staff are particularly effective at supporting children with SEND. For example, they deliver one-to-one sessions to focus on communication and social interactions.

Outdoor space

Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. They enjoy playing outside in the garden and get plenty of fresh air. Children practise their balance and coordination, such as they carefully manoeuvre across a balance challenge that they worked together to create.

Parent Reviews of Cheeky Monkey Childrens Day Nursery

5.0
(20)
Sarah Hay
5 months ago

My daughter has attended Cheeky Monkey Day Nursery since she was 5 months old and they provide an excellent level of care for all the children. They have great activities in all the rooms keeping children engaged and helping their education before they go to school. The staff are all so friendly and caring. You can see they enjoy their jobs which reflects in the care they give. They use an app that shows you what your child has done throughout the day with photos. The app also shows 'golden moments' so you can see your childs achievements. The manager Jo is ready to answer your questions and provide guidance when needed. I would recommend this nursery 100% and myself & my daughter will miss all the staff and thank them for all they have done and for being amazing!

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Courtney Brook
a year ago

My son has attended Cheeky Monkeys for a couple of years now. It is such a wonderful nursery, I cannot recommend them enough. If you're feeling nervous, as I was, about sending your little one into a nursery, don't be. The staff make it so easy and transparent and you feel comfortable instantly. My little boy settled really quickly and he absolutely loves it there now.

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Rebecca Parr
2 years ago

My youngest daughter recently started at cheeky monkeys and she has settled in so quickly. It’s so reassuring to know that she’s well taken care of and happy when I’m at work. The staff are so adaptable to what your baby or child needs; before going to nursery neither of my children had been looked after by anyone else, still breastfed and rocked or fed to sleep. The staff were so unphased by this and my children seem to thrive with the routine of nursery. We chose cheeky monkey’s because we had had such a good experience with my eldest daughter attending this nursery. I love getting pictures and updates throughout the day. I would have no hesitation recommending Cheeky Monkey’s to anyone.

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Greg Young
2 years ago

Our son has been going to this nursery now for around 2 years. From the very first day he started the entire team have been absolutely fantastic with him especially his key worker Ellie and the rest of the team in the tweenie room. They go above and beyond to make his time there fun & educational with different activities daily that gets updated with notes & photos on the personal app. My son loves attending and I would highly recommend cheeky monkeys to any parent wanting the best for their little ones..

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Lucy Duke
2 years ago

We’ve had nothing but a positive experience at Cheeky Monkey. We moved our daughter here after 6 months at a previous nursery due to relocation and she has come along leaps and bounds, her language has improved and her confidence in larger social groupings. The team are really caring and helpful and have struck up such a lovely relationship with our girl, and we’re looking forward to seeing how far she comes over the coming years.

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Inspection history

Date: June 2011

  • June 2023Good
  • December 2017Good
  • June 2013Good
  • June 2011Good

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