Pathway Ponies

20/01/2026

Could our little blonde bombshell look any more beautiful watching over today’s English focused Alternative Provision 😍

14/01/2026

Brrr it was cold out again today but Mouse showed us once again adaptability is key to success 😍

11/01/2026

07/01/2026

The ponies are certainly delighted to see actual grasss this morning now the snow has melted! 🌱😋

06/01/2026

Brrr it’s another chill morning 🥶 but how lucky and I to have my son Will and his gorgeous partner Len around today to help me look after the herd 🥰

05/01/2026

Brrr it’s chilly out here but looks like someone has been enjoying making snow angels in the sunshine🤪 🥶

02/01/2026

Yes 🙌 we absolutely loved creating a track system for our herd and observing them exploring and using the space together. Now we are all continuing the fun and exploration through evolving and improving it ❤️❤️

𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙷𝚎𝚛𝚍 𝙸𝚜 𝚃𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝙷𝚘𝚖𝚎🐴💚

One of the most powerful things we can offer horses is the chance to be part of a herd and give them the freedom to express their natural behaviours in a way that supports both their mental and physical well-being.

In a herd, horses learn how to read subtle cues, communicate clearly, and move together in ways that feel safe and predictable. This is cooperative movement which is the beautiful, synchronised way horses mirror and respond to each other as they graze, rest, or explore. It’s a rhythm that builds connection and helps them feel secure in their environment.

Of course, not every set-up looks the same and we know everyone does their best with what they’ve got. Where possible, finding ways to offer social contact, even through shared spaces or protected contact, can make a real difference.

When horses are allowed to just be horses, they show us how deeply social, sensitive, and peaceful they truly are. 🌱

02/01/2026

Brrr that was a cold day but look at our happy Snow Ponies ❤️ ☃️

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!
Let the
Year of The Horse commence
🐴🐴🐴🐴

31/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close I just want to take a moment to say a huge, heartfelt thank you from all of us at Pathway Ponies 🐴💙

To our wonderful parents, supportive schools, our valued local authority, and most importantly our incredible learners — thank you for believing in us and for your unwavering support throughout the year. Every smile, small win and step forward has meant more than we can say.

As we look ahead and step into the Year of the Horse, we’re feeling excited and hopeful. There are plenty of new and incredibly exciting things planned at Pathway Ponies, and we can’t wait to share what’s coming next… 👀✨

So for now, all we’ll say is — watch this space!

Wishing you all a very happy, healthy New Year 🎆
With gratitude, love and heartfelt thanks

Carly and The Pathway Ponies Team 🐎💫

23/12/2025

🎄 However you’re choosing to spend Christmas this year 🎄

Big gatherings 🧑‍🤝‍🧑
Small circles 🤍
Working shifts 🕒
Resting at home 🛋️
Up the yard 🐴
Or quietly opting out of the whole thing ☕

If it’s right for you and right for your family, that’s all that matters.

Some homes will be loud and chaotic.
Some will be calm and slow.
Some people are holding joy.
Some are holding grief 💔
Some are just holding it together.

Christmas has a funny way of turning into a performance.
Traditions become rules.
Joy becomes compulsory.
Togetherness becomes something you endure instead of choose.

But here’s the part that matters 👇

✨ You don’t owe anyone exhaustion.
✨ You don’t owe anyone access to you.
✨ You don’t owe anyone a version of yourself that costs too much.

Family can mean blood, chosen people, animals, or the quiet safety of being on your own 🐕🐎
Rest counts.
Boundaries count.
Getting through the day in one piece counts.

However it looks.
However it feels.
However gently you need to take it.

That is a valid Christmas 🎄🤍