Hope Meadows Alternative Provision

Hope Meadows Alternative Provision Equine Assisted Alternative Provision.

Offering therapeutic learning experiences, led by qualified therapists and educators.

📍Lincoln, UK

Operating under Hope Meadows CIC. 5* licence AWL0104.

An incredibly important part of the 5 Domains of Horse Welfare is Forage. Today, this looked like Team AP using existing...
19/05/2026

An incredibly important part of the 5 Domains of Horse Welfare is Forage.

Today, this looked like Team AP using existing structures on the yard and adding enrichment for our horses to enjoy.

We also made predictions to see which horse would enjoy it most and made time to discuss the results (scientific thinking in action!)

Team AP treated the ponies to a water buffet today.The buckets had: linseed, salt, apple and mango juice, turmeric and s...
14/05/2026

Team AP treated the ponies to a water buffet today.

The buckets had: linseed, salt, apple and mango juice, turmeric and sticky w**d with the opportunity for the ponies to try each.

Everyone predicted which they'd prefer, we thought turmeric or apple juice would be the most popular.

Jess loved the apple and mango! Whereas Prince preferred the sticky w**d.

We found a beautiful self-seeded oak tree growing in the veg patch yesterday.This was a brilliant learning opportunity t...
13/05/2026

We found a beautiful self-seeded oak tree growing in the veg patch yesterday.

This was a brilliant learning opportunity to talk about the life cycle of trees and hypothesise how the acorn arrived in our garden.

We love a spontaneous learning opportunity here at Hope Meadows!

Responsibility is one of the key areas of our AP curriculum and today this looked like washing Ellie's feet as he'd been...
08/05/2026

Responsibility is one of the key areas of our AP curriculum and today this looked like washing Ellie's feet as he'd been itching them.

Feather mites are incredibly common in horses with feathered feet like ours, so regular application of feather mites shampoo is essential for their welfare.

Our Primary AP young people did the most fantastic job!

Boris, our training horse, is really taking shape! He's been such a passion project for our older AP students and all of...
07/05/2026

Boris, our training horse, is really taking shape!

He's been such a passion project for our older AP students and all of us love him!

Some of our learners were exploring the points of the horse in our session today for their Rosette. How many can you nam...
05/05/2026

Some of our learners were exploring the points of the horse in our session today for their Rosette.

How many can you name on Jasper in the next slide?

Some of Team AP have been exploring whether Clover is interested in returning to some ridden work as she has loved the p...
28/04/2026

Some of Team AP have been exploring whether Clover is interested in returning to some ridden work as she has loved the positive reinforcement that we've been doing.

It's taken months of groundwork, desensitisation and patience to get her to the point where she was relaxed enough to let one of our young people lean over her.

Supporting horses and helping them feel confident in themselves and their capabilities is not the quick fix you often see. It's building trust, friendship, an intrinsic love for learning and endless positive regard - somewhat like our AP.

Today we introduced Jasper to Boris the wooden training horse.Team AP have been so busy creating this wooden training ho...
23/04/2026

Today we introduced Jasper to Boris the wooden training horse.

Team AP have been so busy creating this wooden training horse and making sure it fits one of our existing saddles so that Connected Equine can use it to support riders in their journey.

It's been incredible to see it take shape and we all had a go (especially the adults!).

Really brilliant example of team work, practical maths and design.

Both horses and humans were excited to see the AP team back today!Our brilliant young people gently brought the horses b...
21/04/2026

Both horses and humans were excited to see the AP team back today!

Our brilliant young people gently brought the horses back into working with people whilst making time to 'horse around' themselves!

The horses were even treated to a mint and cleaver tea, two plants that are brilliant for aiding digestion.

A really great first day back.

26/03/2026

🐴 Monday 6th April 10.30am - 2 hour pony club with Jess, including grooming and games (no riding). £20pp suitable for ages 6-14yrs.

🐴 Wednesday 8th April 4.30pm - 1 hour taster stable management group with Georgie R. We are launching a small weekly Wednesday evening group throughout the April/May term for children to complete the ABRS+ rosettes and stable management awards. This session in Easter is a taster session for those who might be interested in attending the full block and want to see what it’s like. £20pp suitable for ages 7-11yrs.

Both are open to new and existing clients and can be booked through the link below. See you there! 🐣

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=24560033&appointmentType=category:School%20Holidays

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Beck Lane, South Hykeham
Lincoln
LN69PQ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 11:30am - 3:30pm

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