Our Team
Nicola is the Director of Equine Learning CIC and The Centaurus Trust, she has a First Class BA Hons in Equine Studies and an MA in Psychology and Education from The University of Warwick, which included conducting research into Equine Facilitated Alternative Education. Nicola is a UKCC coach, a certificated EFL and a Horse Boy Practitioner. Nicola is passionate about personal development through horsemanship. Read more about Nicola and her vision for Equine Learning here.
Nicola Hepburn
Director
Susannah Parry Education Programme Supervisor
Susie is a qualified teacher (PGCE), has an MSc in McTimoney Animal Manipulation, BSc (Hons) in Equine Science, and her BHS Stage 3 in horse care & riding. Susie uses her teaching background combined with her equestrian experience to take the lead in our Alternative Education programme.
Laura Allard Education Programme Support Worker
Laura has a BSc in Outdoor Studies and is a qualified secondary teacher (PGCE), with several years' experience of teaching in specialist SEN settings. Laura teaches functional skills in Maths and English and has a great understanding of re-engaging young people in learning.
Laura Pemberton Supervisor / Coach
Laura supervises the stable yard, assists with lessons and sessions and the Alternative Education programme. Laura has infectious positivity and is very gifted at working with children. Laura also deals with safeguarding supervising activities at the weekends.
Hermione Perry Trainee Supervisor / Coach
Hermione has a level 2 Diploma in Equine Care and is currently training in therapeutic horsemanship and as a coach at Equine Learning. Hermione is a great coach with a particular affinity with young, neurodiverse children. Hermone's horse Gilly is also part of the Equine Learning team.
Maryna Mykhalchuk Equine Facilitated Learning Practitioner
Maryna is Ukrainian and has recently moved to the UK. Maryna has a degree in Veterinary Medicine and is currently training as an Equine Facilitated Learning Practitioner with us. Additionally Maryna is assisting with the day to day operations of the centre.
Katie Volunteer
Katie kindly dedicates her time to the horses and our participants and is an integral member of the team, with several years of experience as a participant and a volunteer. .