Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm

Nursery and playschool in Chipping Ongar, Essex

A loving start to lifelong learning at our nursery in Ongar

Puzzlez Playschool is a nursery in Ongar for children aged 6 months to 5 years. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, and every meal is freshly prepared on site.

6 months – 5 yearsThree age-based rooms
8am – 6pmMonday to Friday
Cooked freshHealthy meals made on site
Children exploring a sensory tray of oats and toy diggers with their practitioner
Ofsted: Expected standardFollowing the EYFS framework
A toddler playing at the role-play café table

We’re raising the future together, and that makes us a family

Early childhood shapes everything that follows. Our team has created a warm, loving space where every child is valued for who they are, and where curiosity, creativity and confidence are encouraged every day.

From the moment your child steps through our doors, they’ll feel at home: comfortable, happy and ready for another day of play and discovery. And because we believe in nourishing body and mind, we prepare fresh, healthy meals on site every day.

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Why families choose Puzzlez

A practitioner sitting with children during sensory play

An environment made for exploring

Engaging, well-planned spaces where children are free to explore, build skills and fall in love with learning. Our educators shape each day around your child’s interests.

Care for the whole child

We nurture cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth together, encouraging creativity, problem-solving and independence.

Safety first, always

CCTV monitoring, high security standards and regular safeguarding training for every member of staff.

You’re part of the journey

Regular updates, meetings and feedback sessions keep you close to your child’s learning and progress.

A morning at Puzzlez

Sensory trays, diggers and plenty of chatter. A quick look at the kind of hands-on play that fills our days.

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Take a look inside

Snapshots of our colourful rooms and the everyday moments of discovery at our nursery in Chipping Ongar.

The playroom with a wavy rug, dolls house, small-world toys and wooden train track
Our playroom, set up for small-world and construction play
The cosy corner with small armchairs, cushions and soft toys
The cosy corner, a quiet space to read and rest
Toddlers pouring oats into a toy dump truck A toddler using a pipette at a colourful tray activity A toddler stacking chunky building blocks on a soft rug

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Watch our video tours

Take a look around our rooms and see what a day at Puzzlez is really like.

Where to find us in Ongar

You will find us on the High Street in the middle of Chipping Ongar, so it is easy to call in on your way through town or after the school run. If you are coming for the first time, give us a ring and we will tell you exactly where to pull in.

Questions parents often ask

What ages does Puzzlez Playschool care for?

Children from 6 months to 5 years, in three rooms: the Bambi Room (6 months to 2 years), the Peter Pan Room (2 to 3 years) and the Lion King Room (3 to 5 years).

What are your opening hours?

We are open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm.

Where is the nursery?

We are on the High Street in Chipping Ongar, Essex, CM5 9AA, in the middle of town.

Do you cater for allergies and special diets?

Yes. We cater for allergies, intolerances and cultural preferences, and all meals are prepared on site.

Can I come and look round before I decide?

Please do. Call us on 01277 715287 or send us a message and we will find a time that suits you. You are welcome to bring your child along and see how they get on in the room.

Can I see the menu before my child starts?

Yes. Our menu rotates through the term and is shared with parents in advance, and you can ask us any time what your child ate that day.

Come and see us in person

Visit the rooms, meet the team and ask us anything. We’ll find a time that suits you.