Natural Learning
The Nurture Curriculum by Cashmere Press celebrates education as a natural, joyful way of life
Nurture
Nurture Curriculum
Built to nurture the whole child from early childhood through to adolescence, our approach guides children through every step of their educational journey, from Early Years and Little Learners to Growing Minds, Independent Minds, and Young Scholars.
By weaving great books, nature, rich conversation, culture, practical life skills, and academic foundations together, we help families everywhere raise capable, thoughtful, and thriving young learners at every stage of growth.
Early Years | Ages 2 to 5 → Little Learners | Ages 5 to 7 → Growing Minds | Ages 7 to 11 → Independent Minds | Ages 11 to 14 → Young Scholars | Ages 14 to 16
Early Years
Ages 2 to 5
The Early Years curriculum celebrates natural learning through play, exploration and everyday experiences. At this stage, children are encouraged to discover the world through their senses, develop language and communication, build early confidence and practise simple independence, creating gentle foundations for learning without unnecessary pressure.
Little Learners
Ages 5 to 7
The Little Learners curriculum builds strong foundations in reading, numbers, creativity and curiosity while keeping learning engaging and enjoyable. Children are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, practise essential skills and grow in confidence as they begin to understand more about themselves and the world around them.
Growing minds
Ages 7 to 11
The Growing Minds curriculum helps children deepen their knowledge while strengthening reasoning, self expression and independent thought. Through broader subjects, thoughtful discussion, creativity and real world exploration, children are encouraged to make connections, form their own ideas and develop a richer understanding of the world around them.
Independent Minds
Ages 11 to 14
The Independent Minds curriculum supports young people as they begin to think more deeply, explore personal interests and take greater responsibility for their own learning. With growing independence at its heart, this stage encourages critical thinking, purposeful study, self discipline and the confidence to develop individual ideas, strengths and areas of curiosity.
Young Scholars
Ages 14 to 16
The Young Scholars curriculum supports teenagers as they move into more focused academic study while continuing to develop confidence, independence and critical thinking. Alongside examination preparation, this stage encourages deeper subject knowledge, practical life skills, thoughtful decision making and the development of a strong intellectual identity that prepares young people for further education and adult life.