At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, every franchisee has a unique story to tell. On this page, you can discover some of the journeys of our franchisees, from why they chose to join Monkey Puzzle to the experiences, challenges and successes they have had along the way. Their stories offer a genuine insight into what it is like to become part of the Monkey Puzzle family and how our support, guidance and shared values have helped them build thriving nurseries in their local communities.

  • Parv Choudhury

    Parv Choudhury swapped corporate success for purpose, creating two Monkey Puzzle nurseries where compassion, community and meaningful support shape every child’s early years journey.

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  • Paula Murphy

    Paula Murphy’s journey from childminder to multi-unit franchisee shows how franchising can offer flexibility, support and a fresh start for ambitious working parents.

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  • Davinder & Sharon

    Former teachers and sisters Davinder Dhaliwal and Sharon Chawal built two thriving Monkey Puzzle nurseries, turning their passion for children into a flexible, family-focused business.

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  • Dilpreet Singh

    Dilpreet Singh’s journey into franchising began through adoption, leading him to open Monkey Puzzle Wokingham and turn a life-changing moment into a new passion for early years.

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  • Natasha Moniz

    After 15 years in early years education, Natasha Moniz turned her dream into reality with two thriving Monkey Puzzle nurseries built on care, leadership and community.

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  • Gaitri Sharma

    After a career in further education, motherhood inspired Gaitri Sharma to build two thriving Monkey Puzzle nurseries focused on flexibility, quality and helping children shine.

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