Wild Mind Well-Being

Wild Mind Well-Being Alternative Provision • Supporting young people aged 11–19 • Therapeutic education • Nature-based learning

Sometimes learning starts with watching.This student wasn’t disengaged. They were regulating.Taking time to observe the ...
14/02/2026

Sometimes learning starts with watching.

This student wasn’t disengaged. They were regulating.
Taking time to observe the wolfdogs from the window allowed her nervous system to settle before moving into interacting with staff and students.

At Wild Minds, we don’t rush young people into tasks.
We recognise that calm observation is often the first step towards engagement, especially for young people with anxiety, trauma or sensory overload.

Regulation is not avoidance.
It is preparation.

Elsa and Lupin play an important role at Wild Minds, without direct student contact.Their presence supports regulation t...
13/02/2026

Elsa and Lupin play an important role at Wild Minds, without direct student contact.

Their presence supports regulation through calm, predictable behaviour and clear boundaries.
Students learn respect, animal welfare and risk awareness by understanding how and why these animals are managed safely.

Animal welfare always comes first.
Learning happens through observation, discussion and responsibility, not interaction.

From school refusal to finding their place. 🌱One parent told us, 'My son went from hiding under his duvet every morning ...
13/02/2026

From school refusal to finding their place. 🌱

One parent told us, 'My son went from hiding under his duvet every morning to asking when he could see the animals again. Wild Minds gave him hope.'

Every journey is different, but change is possible. Want to hear more real stories? Message us for a chat.

Animal welfare in practice.After a very wet week, the horses were able to enjoy some time with their rugs off.This allow...
13/02/2026

Animal welfare in practice.

After a very wet week, the horses were able to enjoy some time with their rugs off.
This allows skin to breathe, coats to dry properly and horses to move comfortably.

Students learn that good animal care means responding to conditions, not sticking to routines for convenience.
Observation, adjustment and responsibility are key.

Caring properly for animals teaches young people to care properly for themselves and others.

Regulation comes before learning.When a young person feels unsafe, overwhelmed or dysregulated, the thinking part of the...
12/02/2026

Regulation comes before learning.

When a young person feels unsafe, overwhelmed or dysregulated, the thinking part of the brain cannot do its job.
Behaviour is driven by survival, not choice.

Support works best when we focus on safety, predictability and calm first.
Once the nervous system settles, learning becomes possible.

This is not a theory for us.
It is how we work, every day. Happy, regulated young people enjoying learning in a hands on way.

Small animals teach big lessons.Our chinchillas help students learn about gentle handling, environmental needs, routine ...
12/02/2026

Small animals teach big lessons.

Our chinchillas help students learn about gentle handling, environmental needs, routine care and responsibility.
They also support regulation through quiet, focused interaction and slow pace.

Caring for animals builds empathy, patience and attention to detail.
These skills transfer directly into learning, work and relationships.

Ever wondered why sheep make great listeners?There’s something about a quiet moment on the farm that helps nervous syste...
11/02/2026

Ever wondered why sheep make great listeners?

There’s something about a quiet moment on the farm that helps nervous systems settle. Sheep don’t demand eye contact, conversation or performance. They just are. For many young people, that calm presence makes it easier to feel safe, seen and understood.

Mary and Barbara are Greyface Dartmoors, a traditional British hill breed known for being hardy, steady and adaptable. They are used to rough weather and changing conditions, which makes them a good fit for life on the farm and a gentle, grounding presence for our students.

Alongside our team’s expertise, animals like Mary and Barbara help create a low-pressure environment where young people can regulate, reflect and begin to re-engage.

If you’re curious about how our approach could support your family or school, message us to find out more.

From cautious to confident. Real change happens here.At one time, school felt impossible. Now this young person shows up...
10/02/2026

From cautious to confident. Real change happens here.

At one time, school felt impossible. Now this young person shows up each week, working alongside our team, learning practical skills and building confidence through shared, purposeful tasks.

Mixing concrete is not just about construction. It requires focus, sequencing, teamwork and trust. Working shoulder to shoulder with specialist coaches reduces pressure and creates a sense of safety and belonging.

Progress here is not loud or dramatic. It is consistent, supported and earned over time.

Our team walks alongside young people every step of the way, meeting them where they are and helping them move forward at a pace that feels manageable.

If you’re wondering whether Wild Minds could support your young person, you’re welcome to message us or email camilla@wildmindwellbeing.co.uk

From EBSNA to hope in nature. What changed for us? A safe space. A gentle team. Animals that just get it. Our teen went ...
10/02/2026

From EBSNA to hope in nature. What changed for us? A safe space. A gentle team. Animals that just get it. Our teen went from dreading Mondays to smiling on a farm path. Every step is progress.

If you're searching for support message us today. 🌱🐴

www.wildmindwellbeing.co.uk

From school avoidance to smiling together outdoors.Real change for struggling young people does not come from pressure o...
09/02/2026

From school avoidance to smiling together outdoors.

Real change for struggling young people does not come from pressure or punishment. It comes from safety, trust and being met as a whole human being.

One parent shared,
“We never thought he’d enjoy learning again. Now he’s up early, excited for Wild Minds days.”

At Wild Minds, while we have a full team of experienced professionals around each young person. Our farm provision is run by our family for your family. It is a real home from home environment. Young people are welcomed into daily life on the farm, alongside animals, routines and relationships that feel genuine, calm and consistent.

This balance of professional expertise and family values is often where hope begins to grow again.

If you are wondering what might be possible for your child, we would love to talk. Message us to hear more stories or arrange a visit.

www.wildmindwellbeing.co.uk
www.wildminds.pro

Ever wondered what a therapeutic day on our farm actually looks like?Our days are carefully structured to balance regula...
09/02/2026

Ever wondered what a therapeutic day on our farm actually looks like?

Our days are carefully structured to balance regulation, learning and animal welfare. Young people follow a predictable timetable that includes animal care, practical skills, theory and personal development, with clear start and finish points to the day.

This structure matters.
Knowing what is coming next reduces anxiety, supports emotional regulation and allows young people to engage at their own pace.

Working alongside animals like our sheep provides calm, purposeful activity. Students learn responsibility, routine and observation skills, while also benefiting from being outdoors and connected to something real and steady.

Students have their own keyworker & staff ratios are between 2:1 and 1:3.

Practical skills. Real outcomes. Clear purpose.Learning how to mix concrete is not just about construction.It teaches se...
07/02/2026

Practical skills. Real outcomes. Clear purpose.

Learning how to mix concrete is not just about construction.
It teaches sequencing, measurement, teamwork, patience and problem-solving.

Working alongside trusted adults on a shared task reduces pressure and increases confidence.
There is no spotlight, no test, just learning by doing.

This is how practical education supports regulation and builds transferable life skills.

Address

Blind Lane, Flackwell Heath
Bourne End
HP109LE

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Saturday 2pm - 3:30pm

Telephone

+447403015891

Website

https://blinq.me/cmc06pi5304mzs60lkv9cv109

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