Dyfi Donkeys have opened a new Equine Assisted Learning Centre and ‘nature school’ near Machynlleth, offering opportunities for learning out of doors in
the natural environment with donkeys and nature. This is a new and innovative
way for children, young people and adults to engage in learning outside the
classroom and is aimed at those who find conventional learning approaches a
challenge whether they come through the school system, independently or have
behavioural or mental health difficulties. The centre services North Powys,
North Ceredigion and South Gwynedd.
Dysgu@ Dyfi Donkeys is an expansion of our successful Dyfi Donkeys
stable known for our award-winning beach donkeys, unique interactive open
days and community donkey visits. The new Equine Assisted Learning Centre is
the first in Wales to be approved by Dorset based EAQ, an innovator in the EAL
sector. Based in Commins Coch, Machynlleth, the centre boasts 11 donkeys of all
ages and sizes who have been hand-picked for their suitability to this type of work.
The site has approximately 35 acres of wild nature reserve, paddocks and
woodland along with an outdoor classroom, 20x40m ménage, stables and yard and
an indoor classroom for wet weather activities.
Sessions range from one hour per week to potentially fulltime
depending on the needs of the child. Learners take part in ground based
activities with the donkeys, there is no riding involved. Individual learning
plans are set up for each client and personal goals set. the centre has access
through the EAQ network to nationally accredited courses ranging from Numeracy
and Literacy to Skills towards professions in animal care. Equine Assisted
Learning has been found to be helpful with Autism, ADHD, Pathological Demand
Avoidance, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and other similar conditions.
For more info :Video (english)
Brochure :For more info :Video (english)
For more information , a copy of our full brochure or to arrange a exploratory visit please contact
Louise Peeters EAQ accredited facilitator on 07717020344.
We are now accepting client applications.
We are now accepting client applications.
