These sessions offer calmer, more personal alternative to traditional riding lessons, ideal for daytime riders and home educated children.

Our daytime sessions are designed for children and young people who benefit from a quieter, more supportive approach. Sessions can be booked as individual or small group, with a relaxed and flexible pace.

Sessions are tailored to the individual, allowing each child to work at their own pace. There are opportunities to build confidence and develop skills over time, but there is no pressure to follow a set pathway — sessions can remain relaxed and enjoyment-focused.

A Gentle Path of Progress

Every child’s journey looks different.

Some may begin by simply spending time around the ponies, building trust and confidence on the ground. Over time, this can naturally progress into grooming, leading and, when ready, riding — always at a pace that feels comfortable for the individual.

For others, sessions may remain focused on time with the animals, developing confidence, routine and connection, with no pressure to ride.

Where appropriate, there are also opportunities to work through structured levels, with rosettes and certificate awards recognising progress through the Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS) programme. 

Who These Sessions Are For

Children who may lack confidence

Those who find larger group settings overwhelming

Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Home educated children

Those experiencing anxiety or difficulties with school attendance

Children who may benefit from a more individual, flexible approach

Those who simply prefer a quieter, more personal experience

What Happens in a Session

Sessions are gentle, flexible and tailored to the individual.

Activities may include:

Grooming and handling ponies

Leading and groundwork

Riding (optional and always at the child’s pace)

Time can be spent with our other animals, including goats and chickens

There is no pressure to ride — many children benefit simply from being around the animals and building trust and confidence over time.

Our Approach

We keep sessions small to ensure:

Individual attention.

A calm, safe and structured environment

A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere

Our aim is to support confidence, engagement and overall wellbeing through positive experiences with animals.

We are not a therapy provider, but we offer a calm, supportive and structured environment where children can feel comfortable and build confidence over time.

Session Details

Small group or 1:1 sessions available Weekday daytime sessions, Suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities

Sessions can be ridden or non-ridden and are always tailored to the individual, using a gentle and structured approach.

Schools, organisations and home education groups are welcome to book private or small group sessions by arrangement.
Please get in touch for availability.

If you feel this type of session may suit your child, please get in touch — we are always happy to talk things through and find the right approach.