Flying Start Children's Riding Centre
Based in Taunton, Somerset, their facilities boast a yard, stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, grass gallop, mini cross country course and plenty of countryside.
The team provide a supportive and accessible environment for everyone.
More about Flying Start Children's Riding Centre
At Flying Start Children’s Riding School they are very proud of their amazing facilities from where they teach horse riding to children and adults alike; from absolute beginners who have never sat on a horse before to more advanced riders who wish to polish up their skills or practice. Their outdoor arena is a lovely space where students can learn and practice their skills outdoors. They have a yard and stables here they keep the ponies and horses when they are kept indoors and also where they wash and groom them. Their indoor arena measures 20 metres by 30 metres and is where they hold most of our riding lessons throughout the winter months or when it is wet outside. The arena is covered and sheltered from the elements, yet it has plenty of natural light which makes it a great place for a safe and controlled environment for teaching students of all ages.
Where are they based?
Find them at:
Gotton Farm,
Cheddon Fitzpaine,
Taunton,
TA2 8LL
You can also call on: 07706 512644
Or email: flyingstartridingcentre@gmail.com
Available courses
Flying Start Children’s Centre currently offer a Level 1 qualification in Work-Based Horse Care.
The guide below contains 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 this course, their families or from local authorities looking to support it.
Level 1 in Work-Based Horse Care
Guidance on the course, and what it involves.
" It is a pleasure to be working with Flying Start Children's Riding Centre to support their learners in achieving this well-regarded and industry-recognised qualification. "
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.