• Horse Power at Greatwood is a series of multi-sensory activities to help care for our rescued animals. The programme runs in school term time and referral is usually through your child's school.
• We have sheep, goats, hens, geese, Shetland ponies and of course our thoroughbred racehorses who all need looking after.
• Older students can register for our animal care course leading to a nationally recognised qualification which may be a good starting point when considering a career in working with animals.
• Primary aged pupils are offered opportunities to meet and care for our animals and spend time exploring our woodlands and meadows, looking for mammals and insects, and making dens.
• Our activities are planned to help children develop good team working skills and to boost confidence and levels of self esteem.
• Some work is carried out in our classroom and children complete a diary to bring home and show you at the end of the programme.

• Please ensure that your child wears old, comfortable clothing suitable for mucky jobs in the outdoors.
• Wellingtons are great for wearing around the farm and of course don't forget a waterproof coat for cold, wet weather.

Your child's school will send you a permission slip which will need to be signed by you and returned to school before the programme starts.

The Cost

• Greatwood does not presently charge schools or parents for the Horse Power programme, we would however be grateful for any donation to help us continue our work.
• Could you please consider becoming a “Friend of Greatwood” at a cost of £5 per month? Not only will this support Horse Power but it will enable us to continue our work rescuing vulnerable racehorses. As a “Friend” you will receive our quarterly newsletter and have an exclusive invitation to our “Friends Day” to tour the farm and meet the horses.