Running Deer’s herd of heavy horses are an integral part of life at Running Deer and have a positive impact on the students who work with them.
Horses are very special animals. Horses are emotive and people are animated by the sight, sound, touch and smell of them. Horses are sensitive and responsive, they give immediate and honest feedback, are non-judgemental and can detect emotions and mirror them. Horses don’t lie or hold grudges.
Equine Assisted Education is all about making connections between students and our horses. Working with the horses is about building relationships and developing emotional bonds based on trust and respect.
Touch is an important part of this work so can be beneficial for students with sensory issues. Our Equine Assisted Education programme will support students by improving self confidence and self-esteem by learning new skills and solving problems.
Our Equine Assisted Education covers the following:
We also adhere to the 5 freedoms for all our animals
Running Deer School is a DfE registered independent school (registration number: 878/6067) for young people with Special Educational Needs.
Running Deer School is part of the Running Deer C.I.C Group.
Running Deer C.I.C provide activities and opportunities based around traditional rural skills and land based studies, bushcraft, equine assisted education, dog therapy, green woodworking and conservation.
Running Deer CIC is a not for profit organisation and company limited by guarantee. Company No: 7605814.
VAT Reg No: 289345260
Running Deer School,
Butterdon Wood,
Moretonhampstead,
Devon, TQ13 8PY
Telephone: +44(0)1647 400201
For interventions or alternative provision enquiries:
Telephone: +44(0)1647 279332