S.P.A.C.E
S.P.A.C.E (Special Provision Assisting Children’s Education) aim to provide an immersive environment for young people to thrive. Their starting point is to use the horses and tranquil, outdoor environment to provide a nurturing, enriching, educational experience.
More about S.P.A.C.E
S.P.A.C.E evolved from observing and listening to the young people already attending GLH Equestrian as pupils at Yaxley Manor. It became apparent that for some young people the equine setting was simply a better learning environment than a traditional educational one. Partly by requests from parents, they became involved in providing a unique provision, with a focus on offering qualifications based entirely on the student’s needs and interests rather than a rigid curriculum. They were in the fortunate position of having highly experienced teachers of both primary and secondary pupils in their team, as well as talented equestrian coaches and international riders. Combined with their amazing facilities and space it meant that they were able to develop an outstanding environment for young people’s benefit. This has been an exciting time for their team, providing a solution to the challenges witnessed as teacher’s in the classroom. They are able to really improve young people’s life chances.
Where are they based?
Find them at:
Yaxley Manor
Mellis Road,
Yaxley
IP23 8DG
You can also call on: 07886 791925
Or email: space.yaxley@gmail.com
Available courses
S.P.A.C.E currently offer Horse Care Level 1 and Horse Care Level 2 qualifications.
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.
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.
" It is a pleasure to be working with S.P.A.C.E to support their learners in achieving these well-regarded and industry-recognised qualifications. "
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.