After consulting with you our parent body, five possible charities were put forward. These charities were presented to the children in an assembly. Democracy has spoken and our pupils have exercised their democratic right and our pupil voice has chosen The Diamond Centre.
As part of the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), The Diamond Centre exists to provide disabled people with the opportunity to ride, carriage drive or vault at the level of their ability to benefit their health and well being.
The benefits of horse riding and interaction with the disabled are well documented. The riders with mobility issues experience the sense of a freedom of movement and those with emotional issues or autism find empathy with the horses and can gain a great sense of calm and independence from riding. Families and carers often tell us that the riders improve their social skills and confidence with riding, it’s a great conversation starter and for many who feel socially awkward, talking about their horses can lower the barriers.
For many of our riders it is one of the few activities they can participate in and experience some form of independence and gain a great sense of achievement which adds to and aids their wellbeing.
For more information please visit: https://www.diamondcentre.org.uk/