Our school programme has been developed for grade 3 learners and combines in-school humane education with an 8-week after-school programme comprising equine assisted activities as well as wildlife appreciation sessions. These take place on the farm and with outings to wildlife sanctuaries. Outcomes are focused on empathy development and coping. All activities are facilitated by a qualified psychologist and assistant. The equine assisted activities double as an ideal assessment opportunity for emotional dysfunction due to trauma, as well as for identifying early signs of anti-social personality disorder (a red flag for delinquency and possible criminal behaviour later on). Children identified as being in need of therapeutic intervention are provided with animal assisted therapy during school hours. Depending on the situation, family members may be invited for equine assisted communication and teamwork sessions on the farm (outside of school hours). Based on the outcomes of those sessions, family members may be referred to other organisations within our Empathy Network - a select group of local, established organisations providing family therapy and counselling services, occupational therapy, parenting workshops, crafting projects, health care and education, skills development programmes, adult education, animal welfare assistance, recreational sports, substance abuse programmes and fellowships… any organisations who are able to assist in supporting the family.

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100-300 - Learners