Welcome to Monkey Puzzle
Hello. I’m Thulie and I am the owner of Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace Day Nursery and Preschool in Cambridge. My team and I are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life by caring for and supporting them to play, learn and grow in a positive and stimulating nursery environment.
I would love to welcome you for a personal tour of our beautiful preschool and nursery in Cambridge, where you can discover more about the exciting days your babies, toddlers and preschool children can look forward to with our Early Years expert team, so please get in touch through our enquiry form.
Thulie
Nursery Owner


What Makes Us Special
Our People Care
Our expert team strives for excellence in Early Years education. We see this passion in our staff every day. Our team are friendly, empathetic and creative, caring for your children like they are our own. This is reflected every day in the practice in our nursery as we take great pride in what we do.
Inspirational, caring staff
An Enriching Environment
Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace offers a space to thrive for your child where they can play, learn and grow. Our nursery is carefully designed creating a home from home feel with well resourced, enriching learning and play spaces. We have a dedicated outdoor space used for a wide variety of activities from discovering nature to sports. Our wider local community plays an important role in the nursery experience as an extended learning environment to create well rounded socially aware young children.
Lots to explore
Holistic Early Years Approach
Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace takes a holistic approach to learning guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS). Our team inspire through excellence in Early Years education placing the development and needs of the children we care for at the heart of everything we do. Nursery and preschool is a time when a child learns about themselves as much as the world around them. We enable this through the magic of learning through play and encouraging curiosity that stimulates the mind and body of children.
Stimulating the imagination
Our People Care
Our expert team strives for excellence in Early Years education. We see this passion in our staff every day. Our team are friendly, empathetic and creative, caring for your children like they are our own. This is reflected every day in the practice in our nursery as we take great pride in what we do.
Inspirational, caring staff
An Enriching Environment
Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace offers a space to thrive for your child where they can play, learn and grow. Our nursery is carefully designed creating a home from home feel with well resourced, enriching learning and play spaces. We have a dedicated outdoor space used for a wide variety of activities from discovering nature to sports. Our wider local community plays an important role in the nursery experience as an extended learning environment to create well rounded socially aware young children.
Lots to explore
Holistic Early Years Approach
Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace takes a holistic approach to learning guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS). Our team inspire through excellence in Early Years education placing the development and needs of the children we care for at the heart of everything we do. Nursery and preschool is a time when a child learns about themselves as much as the world around them. We enable this through the magic of learning through play and encouraging curiosity that stimulates the mind and body of children.
Stimulating the imagination
Parent and Carer Reviews
Hear what our parents and carers have to say about our Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace Day Nursery and Preschool in Cambridge with a selection of reviews from Daynurseries.co.uk.
28 Aug 2026: Kris S (Father of Child)
This is a friendly, boutique nursery, with tight and cheerful team.
They provide high standard of...
27 Aug 2026: Erin S (Mother of Child)
We absolutely love Monkey Puzzle. Every staff member we've met has really gotten to know our son,...
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Hear what our parents and carers have to say about our Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace Day Nursery and Preschool in Cambridge with a selection of reviews from Daynurseries.co.uk.
53 reviews
This is a friendly, boutique nursery, with tight and cheerful team. They provide high standard of...Kris S (Father of Child)
We absolutely love Monkey Puzzle. Every staff member we've met has really gotten to know our son,...Erin S (Mother of Child)
My son started last October at the nursery. He has taken to the staff so well, and they have really...V R (Mother of Child)
This has been a wonderful place for my boy. The best part are the staff - my boy loves them, and I...E M (Father of Child)
Caring teachers across all rooms and good development activities,also monthly individual evaluation...Cristiana A (Mother of Child)
My daughter is really happy at nursery - she is happy to go in, learns so much and gets on well...Sarah S (Mother of Child)
Dear Monkey Puzzle Team, We just wanted to say a huge thank you for all the love, care, and...E S (Mother of Child)
My kid loves Monkey Puzzle Regent Street. She is first to leave the house every morning. That's...E M (Mother of Child)
Our little one is clearly enjoying themselves there, and we can tell the staff care genuinely for...H L (Mother of Child)
Our daugher has been at this nursery for a year and a half and is leaving at the end of this month....P H (Father of Child)
Our daughter joined the nursery last year and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The team...V W (Mother of Child)
Lovely daycare. We have been very impressed with the care our children receive here. Warm friendly...Amiria B (Mother of Child)
We had a fantastic experience at Monkey Puzzle Nursery, Regent Terrace. Our child smoothly...Meltem I (Mother of Child)
Great nursery! Wonderful staff who really took an interest in the children's well-being. Our son...Anthony B (Father of Child)
Our kids liked this nursery a lot. They enjoyed the variety or educational and entertaining...Eugene Z (Father of Child)
My child is very happy to attend it every day Very good and friendly staff. Secure child pick up....Yuliia P (Mother of Child)
My 8-month-old baby had two weeks of settling-in sessions - the staff were incredibly reassuring...M H (Mother of Child)
My child's adaptation (and mine) to the nursery was very slow but the staff were very patient and...A R (Mother of Child)
Our daughter really enjoys attending Monkey Puzzle. The staff are always welcoming, caring and very...James G (Father of Child)
This nursery used to be very good. However, few staff have left recently and since then the quality...Leila D (Mother of Child)
We are very happy with Monkey Puzzle Regent’s Terrace. Communication between management, staff and...Daniela R (Mother of Child)
The staff in the baby room have been wonderful during the settling in period. It has not been easy...L T (Mother of Child)
Could not be happier with this nursery. We had to take the tough decision to move our 20-month-old...Lauren K (Mother of Child)
We couldn’t be happier with Monkey Puzzle Regents Terrace. The staff are fully invested in my...Joanna C (Mother of Child)
Really great nursery. We visited a few nurseries and they all were awful in my opinion. But Monkey...Jasmine S (Mother of Child)
Lovely, caring staff who are full of kindness and energy.Amy G (Mother of Child)
It is the best nursery ever. My daughter really loves Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery. She loves...T B (Mother of Child)
The staff are really friendly and smiley when I drop my child off. They are happy attending nursery...R S (Mother of Child)
Our children have attended Regent Terrace for over a year now and they have truly thrived...A L (Mother of Child)
Great nursery with great staff and facilities! Our experience at Monkey Puzzle Regent street has...Ryan W (Father of Child)
We are extremely satisfied with the high quality of learning, care and staff. That said, we would...Jacopo R (Father of Child)
Our son loves going to the nursery. We have the feeling he is being taken care of very well and...Eva L (Mother of Child)
My child has made fantastic progress at the nursery. They love going and enjoy the activities. My...Kathryn G (Mother of Child)
My daughter has been at Monkey Puzzle for over 1 year and whilst it was a wrench to return to work...T F (Father of Child)
Main issues are: - Rapid turnover of staff - Small garden/playground Good points: - My son...Maxime D (Father of Child)
My son is the happiest to attend Monkey Puzzle Cambridge. Their team are lovely and the management...Gio E (Mother of Child)
This is such a lovely nursery. The staff in the baby room are just so delightful. I feel very...Gulnoza N (Mother of Child)
Our 16-month-old daughter has flourished during the past two months since she joined Monkey Puzzle....Diana M (Mother of Child)
It is a safe and nurturing environment. My son has been there since he was 20 months old. Everybody...E G (Mother of Child)
The most valuable thing for me is to see that my daughter loves spending time at the nursery,...G R (Father of Child)
My son has been going to the nursery since he was 9 months old. The level of care in the baby room...Emily I (Mother of Child)
We have been very pleased with the quality of care the nursery is providing for our child. All...M W (Mother of Child)
Overall this is a good, safe nursery. The staff is professional and has been flexible in trying to...Kirill B (Father of Child)
My child has been attending this nursery for more than a year now. The nursery has helped my child...M F (Mother of Child)
My son had attended Monkey Puzzle for 18 months and had the best experiences. He was so happy going...S D (Mother of Child)
My daughter has spent very pleasant and fruitful six months here. The teachers are very friendly,...J L (Mother of Child)
My son has been for almost 1 year in this nursery. Since day 1, my family was so welcomed and felt...P B (Mother of Child)
We are very happy with the nursery and our child settled in quickly thanks to all the staff in the...Monika F (Mother of Child)
It was made very easy for us to know our son would settle in really easily and not worry about...R L (Mother of Child)
Our child is very happy at Monkey Puzzle Cambridge and we are very satisfied with the nursery. The...I R (Mother of Child)
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
Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace’s key information at a glance.
Central Cambridge location and short walk from transport routes
An amazing home-from-home environment with an emphasis on outdoor learning
- CCTV to ensure safety and security
- Branded nappies and creams included
- Children experience more with all-inclusive extra-curricular activities
- Fantastic all-seasons outdoor play area
- Inspiring, caring and highly qualified team
- Open 51 weeks of the year
Exciting Days
It’s smiles all round with fun and inspiring days with child centred activities supported, guided, and encouraged by our passionate team.
Follow your child’s progress as they learn and develop through their learning journal with regular updates from our nursery team throughout their day with us.
Meet A Few Of Our Team
Our amazing, highly qualified and creative nursery team support and care for your little learner as they play, develop and grow.

Thulie
Nursery Owner
My name is Thulie and I am a mother to three beautiful children. I believe learning should focus on creativity and outdoor experiences to encourage exploratory learning.

Maggie
Nursery Manager
Hi I'm Maggie and I'm the Nursery Manager at Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace. I am committed to doing my best to ensure every child in our care has days filled with happiness.

Phillipa
Operations Manager
Hi I'm Phillipa and I'm the Operations Manager at our nurseries in Cambridge. I adore seeing children develop into confident and independent learners through quality interactions.
How To Find Monkey Puzzle Regent Terrace
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Regent Terrace, is proudly located in the heart of Cambridge in the CB2 post code. The nursery is at 12-13 Regent Terrace, Cambridge, overlooking the beautiful and spacious Parker’s Piece, close to Downing College and the Queen Anne Terrace Car Park. We are within a short drive of both the M11 and A14, making us perfect for families commuting in and out of Cambridge, as well as families located near the city centre.
Opening times: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday for 51 weeks per year, (closed for the week between
Christmas and New Year)
Get In Touch
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Regent Terrace
12-13 Regent Terrace, Cambridge, CB2 1AA
Call us: 01223 778370
Email: enquiries@monkeypuzzlecambridge.co.uk
Opening times: 7.30am – 6.30pm
Monday to Friday for 51 weeks per year, (closed for the week between
Christmas and New Year)





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