Why Choose The Pony Paddocks as your learning centre?

We offer an array of tailor-made Holistic Learning & Care Farm programmes, sessions and events to suit an extensive variety of needs and requirements.

The Pony Paddocks is a registered ASDAN Centre (Centre No# 41908) and a member of Social Farms & Gardens. We are also registered with the county council as a provider to schools and services.

As the programme facilitator, I have a wealth of knowledge and professional experience in emotional health, wellbeing, education and learning. For the past 15+ years, I have been employed at a Pupil Referral Unit in various roles, working with children & young people who have a wide range of additional support needs and face a variety of challenges. I have Enhanced DBS clearance and we are fully insured for all the services that we offer.

I also have personal knowledge, understanding and experience of bereavement, neurodivergence and the positive impacts of Equine Interactions.

Furthermore, I have the following relevant qualifications and training:

• Diploma in Equine Facilitated Learning Practitioner Training
• Certificate in Emotional Literacy Support (ELSA)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
• Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills (QTLS)
• FdA Positive Practice Working with Children & Young People
• BA Hons Working with Children & Young People
• Diploma in Childcare and Education 
• Practitioner Certificate of Integral Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT)
• CYGNET Autistic Spectrum Conditions Parenting Support programme 
• Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership 
• Certificate in Horse Care & Stable Management 
• Certificate in Animal Care & Welfare
•  A variety of CPD training courses such as Emotion Coaching, Trauma & Attachment, First Aid, Safeguarding and more.

All of The Pony Paddocks family, from our equine handlers to our groundskeeper, are very friendly, welcoming and experienced in their roles.

Lastly, but most importantly, our animals. Here at The Pony Paddocks our animals are apart of the family and, whilst they are all unique with their own individual personalities, they are all perfect teachers for Equine Assisted Learning and Animal Assisted Activities. 

No prior experience with animals  is necessary for participation in 

our provision, and our mini-herd are the ideal ponies and donkey to introduce you to the world of equines.

I am so passionate about the benefits, positive impacts and life changing experiences of Holistic & Equine Assisted Learning and we are all extremely excited to be able to open up the gates of The Pony Paddocks to share the enchantment of Equine Interactions and our magical mini-herd with you! 

If you’d like more information, or to enquire about signing up for any of our programmes, events or sessions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.