Higher Farm Education
At Higher Farm Education, it is their mission to re-engage young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) back into education and provide them with a pathway to employability through bespoke practical learning experiences. Their unique setting provides the foundation to nurture well-being, build trust and develop independence to be successful in life.
More about Higher Farm Education
At Higher Farm Education, they recognise that traditional education does not work for everyone. Many young people can feel disconnected, lack confidence, and worry that “school is not for them”. This often leads to disengagement, which can be made worse by unmet social and emotional needs, hindering both progress and happiness. All their learning activities are tailored to learners’ needs, and they work at their pace during transitions. Their experienced staff are there to listen, support, and encourage along the way. Together, they create a strong sense of community where everyone feels valued.
Where are they based?
Find them at:
Higher Farm Education,
Stocks Lane,
Over Peover,
Nr Knutsford,
WA16 8BF
You can also call on: 01477 769769
Or email: enquiries@higherfarmeducation.co.uk
Available courses
Higher Farm Education currently offer a wide range of qualifications including Work-Based Horse Care and Animal Care, alongside Personal Progress, Functional Skills and Employability Skills.
The guides below contain more information on these courses.
There is a lot of information, so if you would prefer to speak to someone about these courses on the phone, please call us on 01672 519977.
We would love to hear from people interested in taking these courses, their families or from local authorities looking to support them.
Higher Farm Education x Haddon Training Prospectus
Full information on the partnership with Higher Farm Education and all course details.
Level 1 in Work-Based Horse Care
Guidance on the course, and what it involves.
Level 2 in Work-Based Horse Care
Guidance on the course, and what it involves.
" We want to continue growing our partnership with Haddon Training to reach more young people in need of an alternative learning environment. Higher Farm Education serves as a springboard, preparing learners for further education, apprenticeships, or employment. They don’t just learn to care for animals—they build essential life skills and the confidence to thrive. "
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.