What we do
Edinburgh EquiLearn CIC provides equine-assisted learning and wellbeing programmes that support children, young people, and adults to build confidence, resilience, and life skills. Our services include 1:1 wellbeing sessions, group programmes combining teamwork and learning with horses, and community collaborations with schools and local organisations. Participants also benefit from outdoor learning experiences that promote sustainability, wildlife awareness, and a connection with nature, all in a safe and supportive environment.​
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Group Programmes
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Our group programmes offer structured, equine-assisted learning experiences for children and young people in a supportive outdoor environment. Working alongside horses and peers, participants develop confidence, communication, teamwork, and emotional awareness through practical, hands-on activities.
Sessions are designed to promote positive relationships, mutual respect, and social skills, while encouraging personal responsibility and self-regulation. Led by experienced practitioners, our group programmes create an inclusive and nurturing space where young people can learn at their own pace, build resilience, and strengthen their sense of connection to both others and the natural world.
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1:1 Wellbeing Sessions
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Our 1:1 wellbeing sessions offer personalised, equine-assisted support for children and young people who may be experiencing emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges, or who benefit from a more individualised approach to learning and wellbeing. Sessions take place in a calm outdoor setting and are guided by trained practitioners, with the horse playing a central role in the learning experience.
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Through safe, ground-based interaction with horses, participants are supported to develop confidence, emotional awareness, self-regulation, and positive communication skills. The non-judgemental nature of the horse provides immediate feedback, helping young people to better understand their emotions, build trust, and reflect on their behaviours in a supportive and empowering way.
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Each session is tailored to the individual’s needs, goals, and pace, creating a nurturing space where young people feel heard, valued, and supported. Alongside equine-assisted learning, sessions encourage connection with nature, promoting calm, wellbeing, and a sense of responsibility for the environment. Our 1:1 wellbeing sessions aim to support long-term positive outcomes by helping young people build resilience, self-belief, and practical coping strategies they can carry into everyday life.
Community Collaborations
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At Edinburgh EquiLearn CIC, we value strong community partnerships that allow us to extend our reach and impact. We work closely with organisations such as Stepping Stones North Edinburgh and Earth Calling to provide children and young people in North Edinburgh with rich, experiential learning opportunities that combine different areas of expertise.
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By collaborating with these partners, we are able to offer programmes that integrate equine-assisted learning, outdoor education and creative skills in ways that would be difficult to achieve alone. These joint initiatives provide participants with hands-on experiences that build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and environmental awareness, while also promoting personal growth and wellbeing.
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Through our community collaborations, we aim to create inclusive, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences that support young people to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, while fostering a deeper connection to nature and the local community. We are currently seeking new community partners to join our Nature Together Initiative with the aim of providing further outdoor experiences to our community.
Who benefits?
Children and young people - with additional needs, struggling in mainstream education, have social-emotional difficulties or behaviour concerns.
Adults - struggling with anxiety, looking to improve self esteem and confidence.
Anyone who would like to try a new approach to learning.
