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We’re celebrating a major achievement following Geraldine Brandan’s success at the Nursery Management Today (NMT) Nursery Awards, where the Stoke Newington nursery assistant was named Newcomer of the Year.

Many people reach a point in their working lives where the balance they once had no longer feels sustainable. Priorities shift, families grow and the search for something that offers both purpose and flexibility becomes a necessity, rather than a nicety.

We are dishing up something truly fresh this autumn – in every sense of the word. We’re thrilled to share that we’ve teamed up with leading Registered Nutritionist Laura Matthews to launch a new, expertly crafted menu that’s as nutritious as it is colourful, compliant and child-approved.

Childcare funding can be one of the most confusing components of the early years education landscape. Between 15 hours, 30 hours, stretched funding and tax-free childcare, parents are often left unsure of what they’re entitled to or how to apply.

The new setting is the second for our franchisee Vjollca Niklekaj, having first opened Monkey Puzzle Surbiton in 2019.

Vjollca has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality early years education and is thrilled to bring her passion and expertise to even more families across southwest London. “Opening a second setting was a natural next step for us,” said Vjollca.

Deciding whether to transition your child from a nursery to a local school preschool is a choice many parents face as their little ones approach school age.

Many working parents aspire to grow, thrive, and feel fulfilled not just as caregivers, but as individuals. Whether it’s advancing in your career, pursuing a personal goal, or simply finding time for your own wellbeing, balancing childcare and personal development is both possible and powerful.

In today’s fast-paced world, many parents are navigating the rewarding but often overwhelming challenge of juggling a career while raising children. Whether you're returning to work after maternal leave, parental leave or managing the demands of a growing family, finding balance is key.

We’re continuing to grow our footprint nationwide with our latest expansion coming from our Stoke Newington nursery, where a brand-new preschool building has just opened its doors.

We’re delighted to announce Grace Cole as our new managing director. Having spent the past 11 years growing with the company, Grace has become a familiar and trusted face across our network – from supporting franchisees through their very first steps to helping shape the core values that underpin us today.