Dean Close Foundation Equestrian Programme F R O M F I R S T E X P E R I E N C E S T O N AT I O N A L C O M P E T I T I O N
One Foundation. One Equestrian Pathway.
A Programme for Every Rider BEGIN
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DEVELOP
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COMPETE
rom a first experience in the saddle to competing at national and international level, the Dean Close Foundation Equestrian Programme provides opportunities for riders to develop their skills, confidence and ambitions throughout their school journey.
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Open to pupils across several of our Dean Close Schools, the programme supports every level of rider. Some pupils learn to ride with us; others arrive with their own horse, coach and established competition programme. Some simply want to enjoy riding, while others aspire to compete at the highest levels of the sport. What connects them is a programme that understands the commitment equestrian sport demands and provides the flexibility, expertise and opportunities to help each rider progress.
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FLOURISH
DEAN CLOSE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Where equestrian journeys begin and ambitions grow. At Dean Close Prep School, pupils can discover riding for the first time or build on existing experience, with opportunities including: • Weekly riding lessons from beginner to advanced. • Grassroots and NSEA team and individual competition. • Specialist coaching and Foundation training and skills days. • Individual rider development. • Equestrian Scholarships at 13+ and 16+ and 11+ at DCPS The emphasis is on enjoyment and building confidence and progression, creating strong foundations for pupils who want to continue their equestrian journey into Senior School.
Developing Ambition SUPPORTING AMBITION
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DEVELOPING PERFORMANCE.
DEAN CLOSE SCHOOL
DEAN CLOSE KINGHAM HILL SCHOOL
Supporting ambition. Developing performance.
Individual pathways. Foundation-wide opportunities.
At Dean Close School, riders can pursue ambitious individual equestrian pathways alongside a full school education.
At Kingham, pupils often continue to work with their own horses coaches and training programmes while benefiting from the wider Foundation Equestrian Programme.
From pupils developing their competition experience to established riders competing nationally and internationally, support is shaped around the individual rider and horse. The programme includes: • Access to leading coaches and specialist training. • Foundation training and skills days. • NSEA team and individual competition. • National and international championship pathways. • Tailored training programmes to support individual goals. • Weekly riding opportunities from beginner to advanced. • Equestrian Scholarships at 13+ and 16+.
The programme includes: • Access to Foundation-wide training, skills days, specialist coaches. • Competition support. • Pathways designed to accommodate different disciplines, experience and ambitions. • Equestrian Scholarships are available at 11+, 13+ and 16+
For pupils wishing to base their own horse locally, we can also support families in exploring appropriate livery and training arrangements through relationships with Rectory Farm, Prestige Equestrian and other leading local yards.
More Ways to Ride
One Foundation. One Equestrian Pathway.
DISCOVER POLO
Across the Dean Close Foundation, riders benefit from specialist coaching, training and skills days, competition opportunities and a community that understands the commitment and dedication of equestrian sport.
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DEVELOP YOUR GAME.
Whether the ambition is to learn to ride, enjoy competing, represent the school or perform at the highest level, there is a place within the Dean Close Equestrian Programme for everyone.
POLO AT BEAuFORT Where riding meets team sport.
Discover more about the Equestrian Programme
Our partnership with Beaufort Polo Club gives pupils the opportunity to experience and develop in one of equestrian sport's most exciting disciplines.
Enquire about our Dean Close Equestrian Scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+
The Beaufort Polo School welcomes players aged 6+ and all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced players.
Admissions Dean Close Prep dcpsregistrar@deanclose.org.uk Tel 01242 258001
Opportunities include: • Weekly polo lessons and squad development • HPA-qualified coaches and well-trained polo ponies • Indoor and outdoor arenas, an exercise track and six boarded polo fields • Interschools and SuPA tournament opportunities • Access to world-class coaching and facilities • Polo within the wider equestrian scholarship pathway
Admissions Dean Close Senior registrar@deanclose.org.uk Tel 01242 258044 Admissions Dean Close Kingham Hill Admissions@deanclosekingham.org.uk Tel 01608 731884