--- title: "Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery, Uttoxeter | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cheeky-monkeys-day-nursery-ltd-st14-7by-2689185 description: "Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery in Uttoxeter — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery in Uttoxeter Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2024) · 3.7 (6 Google reviews) · Cheadle Road, Uttoxeter, ST14 7BY · Staffordshire Number of places 101 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Staffordshire ## About this day nursery Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery Ltd, situated in Uttoxeter, continuously strives for excellence in early childhood education. This commitment is highlighted by their remarkable achievement of receiving an 'Outstanding' grade from Ofsted four times, most recently in 2024. The day nursery actively implements 'The Curiosity Approach,' aiming to foster independent thinking, initiative, and exploration in children by utilising everyday objects to stimulate their natural inquisitiveness. They believe that learning through play in a warm, secure, and engaging environment is paramount for a child's development, nurturing their individuality, independence, and self-confidence. The nursery provides a modern and well-equipped single-storey facility with a strong emphasis on security. Complementing their indoor provisions, Cheeky Monkeys also offers a Forest School programme, encouraging outdoor learning, teamwork, and self-esteem through hands-on experiences with nature. Additionally, a dedicated sensory room provides a tranquil space for children to explore their senses and enjoy quiet time. Prospective parents are encouraged to visit the nursery to personally experience its offerings and discuss their child's specific needs. Our ethos Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery Ltd implements 'The Curiosity Approach,' fostering independent thinking, initiative, and exploration by utilising everyday objects to stimulate children's natural inquisitiveness. They believe that learning through play in a warm, secure, and engaging environment is paramount for development, nurturing individuality, independence, and self-confidence. Their Forest School programme encourages outdoor learning, teamwork, and self-esteem through nature-based experiences. What it's like Leaders have a clear and ambitious vision of what they want children to learn at this nursery, successfully implementing educational programmes that ensure rapid progress for all children. Staff skilfully plan activities to link learning and extend existing knowledge while providing high-quality teaching that enhances children's experiences and supports their development across all learning areas. The environment is calm, and children's behaviour is impeccable, with opportunities for quiet time and self-regulation in a specially designated sensory room for those with SEND. Ofsted Outstanding (x4) The Curiosity Approach Forest School Sensory Room Paediatric First Aid Gold Standard (Millie's Mark) ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.cheekymonkeysdaynursery.com/fees.html) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery Last inspected 24 July 2024 · Christine Ward Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - The curriculum is implemented consistently and effectively, providing exciting activities that motivate children to learn and fully immerse themselves in the activities on offer. - Staff interact at the highest level, using well-timed questions to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Children make rapid progress in communication, with staff prioritising this area and skilfully extending children's language knowledge. - Children are exceptionally well prepared for school, developing friendships, cooperative skills, fine motor skills, and independence. - Staff have regular opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills, with leaders proactively encouraging reflection and role modelling high-quality teaching. Inspection #10357801 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255537) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents and carers speak highly of the nursery. They comment in particular on the progress children make and the support they receive as a whole family unit." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have opportunities to learn about self-regulation in a specially designated sensory room. Staff recognise when children feel overwhelmed and encourage them to take some time to relax in quiet spaces. Children with SEND make exceptionally good progress, with staff actively seeking support from outside agencies and working closely with them to ensure the very best support is in place for children. They dedicate time and effort to securing additional funding for children and work with parents and children's key persons to ensure this is directed in the best way to help children make progress. Outdoor space Children access high-quality learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors. They fully immerse themselves in the activities on offer. ## Google Reviews of Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery 3.7 (6 Google reviews) Olivia 2 years ago I cannot recommend Cheeky Monkeys enough! My daughter has been going for 7 months now and she absolutely loves it and goes into the nursery staff with a huge smile on her face every day. The girls who look after her are absolutely lovely and are so so good with my daughter and her needs. I look forward to the days she goes to nursery because I know how much she enjoys it, and the meals they give the children sound fab :) Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURwbDRibld3EAE!2m1!1s0x487a1107b58cf7f1:0xe0f6904070ead526) Lea Green 2 years ago Don't normally write reviews for nurseys as there just standard but this nursey goes above and beyond for your child the pre school staff are absolutely amazing. My son has different needs and every single one of them goes above and beyond for him when they don't need to he has started to recognise different things and is coming on loads and if I could would literally give them all the world .thank you so much Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNObDctUi1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487a1107b58cf7f1:0xe0f6904070ead526) Emma Porter 5 years ago My son has been with this nursery since he was one month old and he is now 3.5 years old. A great nursery with many professional and friendly staffs. Not many nursery I know of got offsted scoring 1 for 3 times. Love this place❤️ and highly recommend 👍 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDeE0tMnRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487a1107b58cf7f1:0xe0f6904070ead526) Joanne Beanland 7 years ago Wonderful nursery, my kids have a great time here ad the staff are great. Can't compliment enough. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZcW9fd2VnEAE!2m1!1s0x487a1107b58cf7f1:0xe0f6904070ead526) Sarah Spooner 7 years ago Would not send my grandchildren here heard bad things about this nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNZajdYT0N3EAE!2m1!1s0x487a1107b58cf7f1:0xe0f6904070ead526) Reviews from Google for Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=16210302515213423910&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 24 July 2024 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255537) ## Frequently asked about Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery ### What stands out about Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery? ### What type of nursery is Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery? ### Which curriculum approach does Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery follow? ## Nearby day nurseries in Uttoxeter Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Elveden Pre-School Uttoxeter · ST14 8DU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/elveden-pre-school-st14-8du-218140 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.6 mi ### Happy Hours @ Picknalls Uttoxeter · ST14 7QL 4.3(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/happy-hours-picknalls-st14-7ql-2829934 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Busy Bees Uttoxeter Uttoxeter · ST14 7PG 4.7(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-uttoxeter-st14-7pg-ey547298 - Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Small Oaks Ashbourne · DE6 5NA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/small-oaks-de6-5na-2534149 - Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Cedar Tree Rocester Uttoxeter · ST14 5JU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cedar-tree-rocester-st14-5ju-2735207 - Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Chapel Street Nursery @ Checkley Stoke-on-Trent · ST10 4NB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/chapel-street-nursery-checkley-st10-4nb-2703797 See all nurseries in Uttoxeter →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Uttoxeter ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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