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Cheeky Monkeys Two

Ofsted: Needs attention·
4.2(6 parent reviews) ·6 Linden Road, Bedford, MK40 2DA · Bedford
Number of places
51 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2026
Local authority
Bedford

About this day nursery

Cheeky Monkeys Two, a childcare setting on non-domestic premises in Bedford (MK40 2DA), has been operating since 2008. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 6pm, catering to children aged 0-4 years.

Leaders and staff are dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming, and secure environment where children are happy and form close relationships with their key workers. They proactively provide opportunities for physical activity outdoors, with each child receiving an all-weather suit to ensure outdoor learning in all conditions, fostering an understanding of nature and healthy lifestyle choices.

The nursery champions inclusive practices, offering strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by providing individual targets and collaborating with external agencies. Additionally, children learning English as an additional language (EAL) are well supported, with some staff even learning key phrases in children's home languages to aid emotional well-being.

A strong partnership with parents is evident through effective communication and shared learning goals, contributing to children's overall development and well-being.

Our ethos

Cheeky Monkeys Two Day Nursery is dedicated to nurturing young minds in a supportive and educational environment. They emphasise fostering independence through age-appropriate tasks and responsibilities, aiming for children to leave feeling happy, confident, and with enhanced learning capabilities. The nursery also focuses on providing personalised care through a strong and competent team.

What it's like

The manager and her staff team have created a warm, welcoming and secure environment. Children enter happily and they have close relationships with their key worker. Staff plan the curriculum around children's interests and use seasonal events to extend children's learning. However, the curriculum is not yet well sequenced or implemented consistently, meaning children do not always benefit from precisely targeted teaching, and staff do not consistently ensure daily routines promote children's welfare and well-being.

Warm environmentOutdoor playSEND supportEAL supportStrong parent partnership

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per session with separate rates for children under two and those aged two and over. There is a minimum booking of two sessions. Meals are included for all children, but nappies and wipes are only provided for under twos. Parents of babies must supply their own formula.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
  • Under 2s (1 session)£65 / session
  • Under 2s (2 sessions)£130 / session
  • Under 2s (3 sessions)£195 / session
  • Under 2s (4 sessions)£260 / session
  • Under 2s (5 sessions)£325 / session

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of 2 sessions.
  • Under 2s fees include nappies, wipes, and meals, but parents must provide formula.
  • Fees for children aged 2 and over include meals, but parents must provide nappies.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM (with extended hours until 6:00 PM)

Food

Meals included; formula must be provided for under 2s; packed lunches are an option for funded children

Age range

3 months to 9 years (Holiday Club)

Term time / All Year

All_year

Session types

Full day

Established

2008

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Needs attention

Last inspected Apr 2026

Headline: Needs attention

Grade summary

Exceptional
—
Strong standard
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Expected standard
—
Needs attention
Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementNeeds attention
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesNeeds attention
Children's welfare and wellbeingNeeds attention
Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
InclusionNeeds attention
Leadership and governanceNeeds attention
Age range
0 to 4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cheeky Monkeys Two

Last inspected 16 April 2026 · Emma Barton

Safeguarding effective

Actions the provider must take

  • Strengthen the sequencing and implementation of the curriculum, so that staff plan with clear learning intentions and targeted next steps, to embed and build on children's learning. (Completion Date: 28/05/2026)
  • Ensure staff teach children the reason why rules and routines are in place to reinforce their positive behaviours. (Completion Date: 28/05/2026)
  • Implement a targeted programme for professional development that helps staff to improve their skills and knowledge. (Completion Date: 28/05/2026)

What it's like to attend

The manager and her staff team have created a warm, welcoming and secure environment. Children enter happily and they have close relationships with their key worker. Staff plan the curriculum around children's interests and use seasonal events to extend children's learning. However, the curriculum is not yet well sequenced or implemented consistently, meaning children do not always benefit from precisely targeted teaching, and staff do not consistently ensure daily routines promote children's welfare and well-being.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff give children many opportunities to be physically active outdoors; each child has an all-weather suit, ensuring that they can learn outside in any weather.
  • Children benefit from group times, where they listen and have opportunities to learn new concepts.
  • Staff work closely with parents to ensure that care routines at home are mirrored at nursery.
  • Staff encourage children to lead healthy lifestyles and take part in regular yoga sessions.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported.
  • Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported; some staff have learned key phrases in the child's home language to help support their emotional well-being as they learn to communicate.
  • Children develop some skills that prepare them for the next stage in their learning, including independence, early mathematical concepts, and communication skills.
  • Children typically demonstrate that they feel happy and settled, forming secure attachments, particularly in the baby room, with staff responding sensitively to their needs and cues.

Areas to develop

  • 1Strengthen the sequencing and implementation of the curriculum, so that staff plan with clear learning intentions and targeted next steps, to embed and build on children's learning.
  • 2Ensure staff teach children the reason why rules and routines are in place to reinforce their positive behaviours.
  • 3Implement a targeted programme for professional development that helps staff to improve their skills and knowledge.
Inspection #10235246 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff identify children who may need support and write individual targets that are appropriate for the child. These tailored, achievable targets help to ensure that all children make progress. Staff work closely with outside agencies and implement strategies suggested by professionals.

Outdoor space

Staff give children many opportunities to be physically active outdoors. Each child has an all-weather suit, ensuring that they can learn outside in any weather. This helps children to gain an understanding of the natural world and develop healthy lifestyle choices outdoors in the fresh air.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported. Some staff have learned key phrases in the child's home language to help support their emotional well-being as they learn to communicate.

Parent Reviews of Cheeky Monkeys Two

4.2
(6)
Elena Lyashenko Photography
4 years ago

My 4 year old daughter loved it here, she was well looked after by all the staff especially by Clair (special thank you) and from what I have observed, all the staff are loving and caring towards all the children entrusted in their care. My daughter's self confidence, enthusiasm for learning and independence has grown in the year that she was there. Undoubtedly, one of the best day nurseries in Bedford. Have recommended to my all friends, family and associates. A+ Very grateful Elena xox

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Ann G kimani
a year ago

The deputy manager’s communication is very poor. She initially stated there spaces and i wanted my little one to start Asap only for me to be told there is a waiting list where i have to wait for another 4 weeks after filling in the application form. Totally unfair. I had to be the one calling, asking how far the application is, and each time i get a different story from the one I initially. Time wasted and lack of sufficient communication, thus 1 star.

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Mohammed Ishaq Hussain
4 years ago

Excellent nursery providing high quality and attentive child care, especially during Covid. My daughter has enjoyed her stay here & always looked forward to it every weekday mornings. The staff here are all very caring, polite & take pride in what they do. A big thank you to Sam, Clair, Bethany, Anita, Marta, Angelica, Louise and everyone else at Cheeky Monkeys Two. Highly recommended to everyone.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2011

The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Good). We're re-checking it against the original report.

  • December 2022Good
  • November 2022Good
  • February 2017Good
  • January 2017Good
  • July 2013Good
  • May 2013Good
  • January 2011Good

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