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Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery # Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery in Borehamwood Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Elstree Way, BOREHAMWOOD, WD6 1JU · Hertfordshire Number of places 85 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery provides a secure, joyful, and nurturing atmosphere for children aged 3 months to 4 years, fostering confidence as they learn, play, and grow. Their curriculum adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), customising learning experiences to each child's individual needs and curiosities through engaging, play-based activities. The nursery prioritises the development of strong relationships, enhances communication and language skills, and introduces early literacy and mathematical concepts. From assisting babies with sensory exploration and forming secure bonds to guiding toddlers towards greater independence and preparing preschoolers for school with foundational phonics, writing, and counting, every developmental stage is thoughtfully supported. The nursery actively involves parents by sharing observations and learning journeys to track progress and address any additional needs early, ensuring an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to express their unique self. Children leave Cheeky Monkeys as confident, curious, and independent learners, well-prepared and enthusiastic for their next educational journey. Our ethos Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery's approach is grounded in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with a focus on play-based learning tailored to each child's individual needs and curiosities. They prioritise building strong relationships, communication, and independence, ensuring children feel valued and encouraged to express themselves. The nursery aims to develop confident, curious, and independent learners, well-prepared for school. What it's like Children enjoy their time at the nursery, settling quickly and becoming comfortable with staff. They respond to the positive environment and readily choose resources for play. Children are confident and secure, showing a good understanding of safety. EYFS-based curriculum Nurturing environment Parent partnership ## Pricing & funding The nursery offers flexible booking patterns and charges for additional hours and consumables alongside funded hours. Additional hours for funded children are charged at a higher rate than the standard published rates. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Free childcare entitlement (stretched) £11.4 / hour - Additional free childcare entitlement (stretched) £22.8 / hour Good to know - Charges apply for all additional hours and consumables. - Additional hours for funded bookings are charged at a higher rate than standard rates. - Flexible booking patterns are accommodated. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10233211 Lead inspector Kelly Eyre Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184117)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY398965) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.cheekymonkeysnursery.org.uk) Elstree Way, BOREHAMWOOD, WD6 1JU [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.26757/51.65948/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BOREHAMWOOD - [Day nurseries in BOREHAMWOOD](/search?q=BOREHAMWOOD) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=cheeky-monkeys-day-nursery-wd6-1ju-ey398965) ## Key facts Opening hours Open 50 weeks of the year, closed on Bank Holidays and over Christmas. Age range 3 months to 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery Last inspected 12 April 2022 · Kelly Eyre 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 enjoy their time at the nursery, settling quickly and becoming comfortable with staff. They respond to the positive environment and readily choose resources for play. Children are confident and secure, showing a good understanding of safety. Inspector highlights - Managers know children well and understand their needs, effectively using additional funding to offer tailored play opportunities. - Staff feel valued and supported, completing further training to develop their practice. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress. - Children participate in many opportunities that aid the development of their physical skills, such as yoga sessions. - Parents speak highly of the nursery and feel that staff work hard to understand each child. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the use of the outdoor areas to offer children who prefer to learn outside further play and learning opportunities - 2 support staff to understand and follow the nursery's agreed approaches to promoting children's understanding of healthy practices and supporting children to carry these out consistently. Inspection #10233211 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184117) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the nursery and feel that staff work hard to understand each child. > Parents report that staff communicate well with them. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to make sure that they understand children's needs and know how best to support them. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing in the outdoor area, for instance, searching for worms and insects. However, staff do not always offer as many opportunities to fully build on the development of children who prefer to play and learn in an outdoor environment. ## Parent Reviews of Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKu6CXcfWWmgLQwBCLyI0KPM3gon0dpiKvHi0-PLtlcXKYmYA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Deepthi Ballal 3 years ago Lovely staff, amazing nursery. I left my both kids here and they really take great care of children. The nursery is clean and the staff are very caring. They have got a great outdoor space where the children can play and most of the nursery’s will not have that. I would definitely recommend them. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPXzh1eVRnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876166c61d2c62b:0xe81a84e8719befff) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLRxumEg5j-SoR4i1sQrPk0DAPHgkXIVgMP91tnzuvasPwYSw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lasanthika Madushani 7 years ago Very bad management. Very unorganised. Not recommend to anyone leave their children with these irresponsible people. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZcHRhWE9REAE!2m1!1s0x4876166c61d2c62b:0xe81a84e8719befff) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXQkH90dzQdOssNifdCNuFhHLu5tkZRP2Tm8JM56l6t6V5v9v8k_A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Valéria Fazekas 7 years ago There are really kind staff members. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBaDVEMFB3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876166c61d2c62b:0xe81a84e8719befff) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLw34AMiSxDzf9X6REXdZGKqtrlwAURtskU2sxML7Dj-r6_=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Flo Florina 6 years ago Wonderful staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVNkthVFVBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876166c61d2c62b:0xe81a84e8719befff) Reviews from Google for Cheeky Monkeys Day Nursery. 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