Aim High
Aim High gives people the opportunity to learn to look after horses and ponies whilst gaining recognised qualifications. Aim High effect lasting change in young people’s attitude, wellbeing, self-confidence and life prospects so they become happy, confident individuals who are positively engaged in the outside world.
More about Aim High UK
Aim High is an alternative provision especially designed to support those with SEND and SEMH needs. They aim to teach students practical skills and knowledge within the Horse Care industry, at the same time they assist with the development of life skills to enable people to thrive in other aspects of their life.
The Ride High Equestrian Centre is Aim High’s home but is also a riding school open to the public; offering riding lessons, liveries, school holiday activities and hacking. Situated right in the heart of Milton Keynes, all profits from the riding school and Aim High support the charitable work of Ride High.
The Ride High charity are based at the same address offering vulnerable young people a fun and educational programme that boosts their wellbeing and encourages a healthy lifestyle. Through physical activity in the great outdoors and the creation of positive relationships with people and animals, children develop the skills and self-confidence to live a better life.
Where are they based?
Find them at:
Aim High,
Ride High Equestrian Centre,
Redland Drive.
Loughton,
Milton Keynes,
MK5 8EJ
You can also call on: 01908 666434
Or email: education@aimhighuk.co.uk
Available courses
Aim High currently offer a Level 1 qualification in Work-Based Horse Care.
The guides below contain more information on this course.
There is a lot of information, so if you would prefer to speak to someone about this course on the phone, please call us on 01672 519977.
We would love to hear from people interested in taking the course, their families or from local authorities looking to support them.
Level 1 in Work-Based Horse Care
Guidance on the course, and what it involves.
" We're delighted to announce our partnership with Haddon to help those who need a little more support or a different way of learning. We specialise in Special Educational Needs and have an experienced team to support learners through their journey with us. "
After the course
People who take a course will learn new skills and get a qualification.
They can chose to do another course, or look for a job doing what they have learnt.
Alternative Provision - Questions and Answers
The length of the course depends on the person taking it, their needs and what course they are interested in.
Some courses can also have different things to learn at different levels too.
If you are unsure if your local authority will pay, please get in touch and we can help to guide you, alongside the companies we work with to give the training.
These courses are made for those who found school hard. The learning is done is small pieces and is made for you to understand. You will have support from experienced people who know how to help you and want you to succeed. Everything about the course is made for you so that you can get experience doing something you enjoy.
Animals including horses have been proven to increase levels of happiness and well-being. Being around animals and learning to take care of them enables people to develop skills of empathy and understanding.