SEND Local Offer - Greatwood Charity

Greatwood Charity

Rainscombe Hill Farm
Clench Common
Marlborough
SN8 3YR

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5 to 24 years

Greatwood Charity is a service that provides short courses for Primary, Secondary and NEET (not in employment, education or training) students with support needs in Tiers 2 and 3. The provision supports individuals to develop their emotional literacy, resilience and self-regulation skills, while also learning about animal care, primarily caring for the rescued and retired racehorses.

Children and young people are referred into the service by commissioning schools, parents, carers and other agencies. For primary aged KS1 and KS2 pupils, learners referred by schools can participate in Horse Power™ group courses. Alternatively, one to one provision, Horse Power Plus™, is available to all individuals. Both are 6-week programmes that can support the transition back into mainstream education. Links are made to the National Curriculum while focussing on the development of emotional literacy. Beyond an initial six weeks, Horse Power Extra™ further develops the skills learnt during Horse Power Plus™. For longer term placements, Greatwood work closely with commissioners on targets to help plan provision that is appropriate and effective for the learner.

KS3 and KS4 pupils can work towards NOCN accredited Level 1 Qualifications, Developing Confidence Working with Animals (worth 3 credits), Interpersonal Skills (worth 3 credits) and Assisting the Care of animals (worth 2 credits). Each of these courses is individually certificated by NOCN, but pupils who stay with Greatwood for longer periods and gain 6 Level 1 credits achieve a Level 1 Award in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development. Pupils completing these courses can develop their confidence while working with thoroughbred horses and a variety of small animals. As part of the courses, learners will follow health and safety rules, develop their understanding of the natural behaviour of animals and can develop their communication and team-working skills.

KS3 and KS4 pupils also study for, and take exams in, English and Maths Functional Skills, accredited by NOCN.

Learners with a particular interest in the equine industry can complete further training and qualifications, such as a nationally recognised, accredited by 1st4Sport, Entry 2 qualification in Assisting with Basic Horse Care aimed at young people who wish to progress into a career within the horse racing industry.

The teaching team at Greatwood are highly experienced qualified teachers and the Head of Education is also a qualified SENCO. Greatwood’s Teaching Assistant has a Diploma in Special Educational Needs and has a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement.

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