Introducing the Cambridge Early Years Programme at The Butterfly Patch Cobham

At The Butterfly Patch, we’re always looking for the best ways to nurture confident, curious, and capable little learners.

That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that our Cobham nursery is officially a Cambridge Early Years Centre. The Cambridge International Programme a world-renowned curriculum designed specifically for children aged 3 to 5.

But what does this mean for you and your child? In this blog, we’ll break it all down. Let’s jump straight in!

What is the Cambridge Early Years Programme?

Developed by Cambridge International Education, the Cambridge Early Years programme is a globally respected curriculum used by over 10,000 schools and nurseries in more than 160 countries.

It’s been carefully designed to support young children’s development through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences.

Rather than rushing children through academic milestones, Cambridge Early Years focuses on building strong foundations—helping each child to develop key life skills such as communication, confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.

At The Butterfly Patch Cobham, this curriculum fits seamlessly into our existing ethos of child-led learning, outdoor exploration, and holistic development.

Why We Love It (And Why You Will Too)

We chose the Cambridge Early Years curriculum because it aligns perfectly with everything we believe in. Here are just a few reasons we’re excited to bring it to Cobham:

Focus on the Child as an Individual

The curriculum doesn’t just look at academic learning. It supports every aspect of your child’s development—physical, emotional, social, and cognitive.

Skills for Life

Your child will learn how to think critically, solve problems, work with others, and communicate confidently. These are skills that will benefit them not just in school, but for life.

Globally Recognised

The Cambridge curriculum is known and trusted worldwide. For parents, that means reassurance that your child is receiving a top-tier education—even in the earliest years.

Creative and Play-Based

There’s no sitting still and memorising here! Children learn through hands-on, play-based activities that are fun, meaningful, and tailored to their interests.

A Smooth Transition to School

The programme helps children build a strong foundation for future learning, making the move to Primary School smoother and more successful.

What Does It Look Like in Our Nursery?

At The Butterfly Patch Cobham, the Cambridge Early Years programme is embedded into the day-to-day experiences our children already love.

A morning might involve a trip to the park, where children collect leaves and chat about the changing seasons (science and communication).

Later, they might work together to build a structure from blocks (maths, design, and collaboration).

Circle time might include storytelling or role play that builds language and imagination.

Everything is gently guided by the Cambridge curriculum framework—but always led by the child’s curiosity!

We use the curriculum as a toolkit, not a rulebook. It helps our practitioners tailor activities to each child’s unique interests, abilities, and learning style—while still ensuring they’re progressing across all key developmental areas.

Come and See It in Action

We’re so proud to be among the first nurseries in the area to offer the Cambridge Early Years programme, and we’d love for you to see it in action.

If you’d like to learn more, ask any questions book a show-around by clicking here!