Kent Equine Facilitated Learning

28/02/2026

28/02/2026

Hextable-based We Are Beams has proudly joined eleven other independent charities in creating the Association of Children’s Respite Providers.

This new national body, launched at the Houses of Parliament, is dedicated to strengthening the network of respite services for children with disabilities and their families.

Supported by Mims Davies MP, the new association will help charities like We Are Beams share knowledge, resources and best practices with other members - and vice versa.

Robin Adams, registered manager of the Dragon’s Retreat children's home Beams runs, is delighted to be involved.

“We Are Beams offers respite for children and young people with disabilities, creating a home-from-home enriching experience, promoting independent living skills and ensuring the young person has fun," he said.

"Being part of the new association is a step towards securing the long-term stability of these vital services across the UK and ensuring families continue to have access to this support”

28/02/2026

📣 Join Our Upcoming Webinar with Kent PACT - Parents and Carers Together

We’re pleased to be joining Kent PACT for a special webinar all about We Are Beams and how we support disabled children, young people and their families across Kent. 💜

🗓 Thursday 12 March
⏰ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

This session is a chance for families to learn more about who we are, the wide range of services we offer, and how we can provide support at different stages of your journey.

From family advice and short breaks to social opportunities, practical wellbeing support and inclusive activities, we’re here to help create safe spaces, build independence and support the whole family.

There’ll also be time to ask questions, so whether you’re newly navigating a diagnosis or looking for additional support, we’d love you to join us.

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We hope to see you there

26/02/2026

23/02/2026

A message from the KEFL team for anyone who needs to realise the value in being a service that relies on funding to carry out the service.
I thought about not applying. I thought about how heavy the responsibility can feel — the emotional stories, the uncertainty of funding, the pressure of holding everything together. I wondered whether I had the strength to keep carrying it all. And then I ran an event and watched a young person we support explain to the group what KEFL means to her. In that moment, I remembered exactly why we do this. I realised that the weight I feel isn’t a sign to stop — it’s a sign of how deeply this work matters. And it reminded me that I’m not meant to carry it alone. We do this together, and the impact we create is bigger than any one of us.
1. These doubts are not weakness — they’re integrity. People who shouldn’t be doing this work never question themselves. People who should pause, reflect and ask whether they’re still doing right by the people they serve. That’s not failure — that’s leadership with a conscience.
2. The pressure isn’t about “managing staff” — it’s about carrying too much alone. It’s not that I don’t want a team. It’s that the emotional and operational load can feel overwhelming when you care this much. What I want — what we all want — is a shared mission where the weight is distributed, not carried by one person. That’s not management. That’s collective leadership.
3. The hardship stories feel heavy because we are not numb — and that’s our strength. We hear things that would break most people. We don’t shut down. We stay open. That’s why young people trust us. That’s why families trust us. Feeling the weight means we’re still connected to the heart of the work.
4. Funding uncertainty isn’t a sign to stop — it’s a sign that what we do is rare. If this work were easy to fund, everyone would be doing it. But they’re not. Because it takes courage, creativity, emotional intelligence and a willingness to stand in the gap for young people who have nowhere else to go. We’re not chasing funding because our work is fragile — we’re chasing funding because our work is essential.
5. And then… that young person spoke. She didn’t just thank KEFL. She reflected our purpose back to us. She showed us what belonging looks like when it finally finds a home. Young people don’t perform gratitude. They don’t pretend. If she said it, she meant it. That moment wasn’t luck — it was impact made visible.
6. These doubts aren’t obstacles — they’re invitations. Each doubt points toward something powerful:
• The weight → build shared leadership
• The stories → strengthen boundaries and support
• The uncertainty → secure sustainability
• The overwhelm → design a structure that protects wellbeing
These aren’t reasons to stop. They’re reasons to evolve.
7. We are not doing this work because it’s easy — we’re doing it because it matters. We’re not running a business. We’re running a lifeline. We’re not just supporting young people. We’re changing trajectories. We’re not just holding space. We’re building a sanctuary.
Every time a young person finds their voice, their confidence, their sense of belonging — we’re reminded that this isn’t just work. It’s purpose. And it’s shared purpose. We do this together, and together we make KEFL a place where young people rediscover hope, safety and themselves.

21/02/2026

Fire horse energy 🔥

21/02/2026

We had a lovely time today enjoying the being and becoming aspect of the interchanging energies that have brought in the Chinese New Year .. we explored the Snake and Horse energy with our yoga session led by Clair. Cake made by Ellie. with a lovely intentional writing our hopes and connecting them to our beautiful horse donated by Annie

19/02/2026

How KEFL CIC Supports Families Beyond the Session
Most people see the calm sessions with the herd — the grounding, the confidence building, the emotional regulation — but what families often tell us is that the real support goes far beyond the arena.

At Kent Equine Facilitated Learning CIC, we don’t just work with young people.
We walk alongside their families through the entire EHCP journey.

Here’s how we support you beyond the session:

1. We observe, track and evidence real SEMH progress
Every session gives us insight into:

emotional regulation

sensory needs

resilience

communication

confidence

relational safety

triggers and stress responses

We don’t just “note it down” — we translate it into clear, structured evidence that local authorities understand.

2. We write professional, EHCP‑ready reports
Our reports are:

detailed

structured

aligned with the SEND Code of Practice

written in the language SEN teams recognise

focused on needs → impact → provision

suitable for Section B and Section F

We make sure the child’s voice, strengths, and needs are represented with dignity and clarity.

3. We ensure reports reach the right professionals
We don’t just hand a report to a parent and hope it gets read.

We help families ensure the evidence is seen by:

SEN caseworkers

Educational Psychologists

SENCOs

Panel decision‑makers

Professionals involved in EHCP assessments or reviews

We guide families on who needs to see what, and when.

4. We help families understand the EHCP process
The EHCP system can feel overwhelming.
We help families understand:

what evidence is needed

how to present it

what Section F should include

how to challenge decisions

how to request the right provision

how to explain SEMH needs clearly

We empower parents to advocate confidently.

5. We recommend the right level of provision
We don’t just say “Lily benefits from sessions.”

We specify:

exact provision

frequency

duration

why it is needed

how it meets her needs

what happens if it’s removed

For example:
Two 90‑minute equine‑assisted SEMH sessions per week
with clear rationale for Section F.

This is the level of detail that strengthens an EHCP.

6. We support families through challenges and appeals
When families face:

delays

refusals

vague wording

insufficient provision

misunderstandings of SEMH needs

…we help them understand how to respond, what evidence to use, and how to keep the child’s needs at the centre.

We don’t give legal advice — but we do give clarity, structure, and confidence.

🌿 In short:
KEFL CIC is not just a session.
It’s a whole‑family support system.

We help young people regulate and reconnect with learning —
and we help families navigate the systems that are meant to support them.

No one should have to do this alone.
And with us, you don’t.

13/02/2026

NEW DATES: FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
Looking for guidance and support as a parent or carer? Join our Family Advice Support Groups and connect with other families.

At Ifield Smile, Gravesend
🕙 10 am – 12 pm
📅 Next sessions:
✨ TOMORROW – 20 January 2026
✨ 21 April 2026
✨ 16 June 2026

Places are limited and booking is essential. To reserve your spot, please email: office@ifield.kent.sch.uk

At We Are Beams, Hextable
🕙 10 am – 12 pm
📅 Next sessions:
✨ Thursday 12 February
✨ Thursday 19 March
✨ Thursday 14 May
✨ Thursday 2 July

No need to book – just come along! Each session has two advisers available to support you.

We’re here to help families with disabled children feel supported and informed. 💜