We are registered and work with Durham County Council

Our sessions are available to young people who may have any of the following: learning difficulties and a statement of special educational needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), including challenging behaviour. As an Alternative Provision, we currently work with learners between the ages of 6 to 16 years old. However, we can offer tailored programmes to younger students, based on individual assessments.
All our educational programmes are designed to offer learners a host of animal experiences, surrounding the 5 Animal Freedoms approach to animal care. Our direct work, with children and young people is supported by a restorative and conflict resolution approach.
We believe by working in 1:1 or small groups with dedicated support our learners can thrive in an inclusive and calming environment. This allows them to gain self awareness, confidence and empathy which builds an understanding of consideration and communication. This is achieved through understanding animal welfare and needs while embedding functional and key skills.