Equine Reflections CIC

Equine Reflections CIC I have over 15 years of experience working with children in a primary school setting. I am also certified in First Aid.

Equine Reflections uses innovative equine assisted learning (EAL) programmes to help children and young people raise self esteem, build confidence, understand emotions and develop positive relationships through activities and interactions with horses. Following my training as a Learning Mentor, I worked extensively with children experiencing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. I subsequently qualified as an Equine Facilitated Learning Coach and currently support children with special educational needs through this approach. I hold an up-to-date Enhanced DBS certificate and have completed Advanced Safeguarding Training, which I renew annually. Equine Reflections CIC is a registered Community Interest Company. I comply fully with all licensing requirements set out by North Somerset Council. This includes maintaining current Risk Assessments, Safeguarding Policies, Health and Safety Policies, and detailed procedures for the care and welfare of the horses and ponies involved in our programmes.

30/01/2026

Some connections just happen…

We’re always grateful to hear about the positive impact our sessions are having for the young people who attend. Support...
30/01/2026

We’re always grateful to hear about the positive impact our sessions are having for the young people who attend. Supporting their growth and wellbeing is at the heart of what we do.

✨ Honouring Choice, Presence, and Connection ✨This week we intentionally scaled back our sessions, reaffirming the impor...
24/01/2026

✨ Honouring Choice, Presence, and Connection ✨

This week we intentionally scaled back our sessions, reaffirming the importance of offering our ponies choice in connection.

The children practised patience and mindfulness, learning to be still, present, and respectful—only offering touch when the ponies invited it. We asked nothing of the ponies other than to share their space on their own terms.

Moments of genuine connection followed. The children were delighted when the ponies chose to be with them, and they also embraced the pause—listening to birdsong, watching buzzards circle overhead, and simply noticing the ponies and the environment around them.

A gentle reminder of the power of slowing down, observing, and allowing relationships to unfold naturally. 🐴🌿

18/01/2026

I’ve seen a few posts lately saying, “But it’s meant to be the Year of the Horse. Forward motion. Momentum. New energy. Why has January absolutely floored me?”

So let’s just gently pause that panic for a second.

We are still very much in the tail end of the Snake.

And if you’ve ever watched a snake shed, you’ll know this bit is not graceful. It’s not bold leaps or charging ahead. It’s tight. It’s uncomfortable. It’s slow rubbing against rocks and branches, trying to loosen what no longer fits.

That end-of-shed phase is messy by nature. Old skin hasn’t fully gone, the new layer feels raw, and everything is a bit… sensitive. Energy can dip. Emotions surface. Stuff you thought you’d dealt with has one last go at saying “are you sure?”

So if January feels heavy, frustrating, flat, or oddly emotional, that doesn’t mean you’re failing at the Year of the Horse. It means you’re finishing something.

The Horse energy is coming. That sense of movement, clarity, and choosing a direction with your whole body. But horses don’t bolt straight out of the gate without first standing steady on their feet.

Right now is about finishing the shed. Letting the last bits fall away. Resting when you need to. Not forcing momentum that hasn’t arrived yet.

If your energy hasn’t aligned, that’s not a personal flaw. It’s timing.

You’re not late. You’re not stuck. You’re just still peeling 🐍💛

The open field is ahead. You don’t have to gallop into it exhausted.

Many of our children this week have been learning about the Chinese New Year, this year being the Year of the Horse. The...
16/01/2026

Many of our children this week have been learning about the Chinese New Year, this year being the Year of the Horse. They have enjoyed finding out which zodiac animal they are and the attributes the Chinese believe they hold. They explored many breeds of horses from around the world, finding the countries on the world map and learning the breeds strengths and attributes. They then chose which of the horses inspired them. Finally they decorated a horseshoe to take home to bring good luck for 2026 adding some horse hair, kindly donated by the ponies and horses. Pedro was keen to be included in this week’s activity, getting involved and giving his opinion!
Thank you to Chapel Farm Equine Assisted Learning for sharing this wonderful reflective activity.

04/01/2026

With temperatures freezing this coming week please make sure all children are dressed appropriately for the conditions.
I should also say there may be a possibility of cancellations if we have snow.

Happy New Year to all from everyone here at Equine Reflections CIC
04/01/2026

Happy New Year to all from everyone here at Equine Reflections CIC

Olaf enjoying a warm by the fire after a walk in the frosty cold weather today.He’s enjoying his holiday!
31/12/2025

Olaf enjoying a warm by the fire after a walk in the frosty cold weather today.
He’s enjoying his holiday!

Merry Christmas from everyone at Equine Reflections CIC. Now Out of Office till 5th January.
21/12/2025

Merry Christmas from everyone at Equine Reflections CIC. Now Out of Office till 5th January.

Our children have enjoyed making Christmas treats for the horses and ponies this week, but also have had great fun acces...
21/12/2025

Our children have enjoyed making Christmas treats for the horses and ponies this week, but also have had great fun accessorising the Shetlands and having a festive hot chocolate.

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