These may the courses for you if you are passionate about horses, interested in working in supervisory roles in the equine industry or seeking to progress on to Higher Education.
The Extended Certificate offers an engaging programme to students which combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, covering topics like horse care, health, and management, as well as business and riding aspects. It also introduces business principles relevant to the equine industry.
The Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels and will normally be the only qualification in a two-year study programme. This qualification serves as preparation for a higher education course. This route gives learners the opportunity to enter the sector at a higher level, or in a more specialist role.
We have two specialist teachers who deliver the courses supported by a range of external specialists. Both the Extended Certificate and Diploma involve work placements which apply the skills to real-world settings. Equine Management students spend a substantial amount of time at the yard and are student leaders at the LCRA.
Meet some of our students

Tabby
Tabby joined in Year 12 as an Equestrian Scholar and is taking the Diploma in Equine Management which is equivalent to two A-levels. She has evented to BE Novice/2*/Pony Trials. Her highlight of the course is having the opportunity to do work experience in any equestrian sector, and further developing her employability skills!

May
May joined in Year 5 and is an Equestrian Scholar. She is taking the Extended Certificate in Equine Management which is equivalent to one A-level) with A-level Geography, Religious Studies and Art. She has competed to 100 and is aiming to step up to BE100 this season with a newer partnership. May's favourite thing about the LCRA is learning how to coach and teach riding lessons, and how to adapt to learners.

Poppy
Poppy joined in Year 7 and is an Equestrian Scholar/ Joined Year 7. She is taking the Diploma in Equine Management which is equivalent to two A-levels. She has competed to 100 and is now working on a newer partnership post-injury! Poppy's highlights are the lectures and visitors they have to compliment their studies from people such as Jackie Potts and Abby Bunyard.

Flossie
Flossie joined in Year 8 and is taking the Diploma in Equine Management equivalent to two A Levels. She has dome a little bit of everything competing to 90/100. Her favourite thing about the LCRA are the facilities available for use in practicals as well as lessons.
Why Study Equine Management BTEC?
Tabby: To prepare yourself for a future with horses, or to just enjoy the opportunity to understand them better!
May: It is much less exam-based, meaning you can build up a grade as you go along. You also get the chance to do work experience
Henry: It gives you the chance to apply practical skills into an educational setting
Poppy: You gain a deeper understanding of horses that you wouldn’t get from just owning them, helping you to understand them better too
Flossie: The skills you learn set you up well to do anything beyond school, even if it isn’t horse-related
Sixth Form Equestrian Scholarships
Sixth Form Equestrian Scholarships
Leweston offers equestrian scholarships to students joining Sixth Form. Candidates are expected to be a Pony Club or Riding Club Member or competing BD, BS or NSEA and BE, if appropriate.
Equestrian scholars must compete for the school at least six times during the academic year, they are required to liaise closely with the Equestrian Manager about competitions and training and keep a concise training and competition diary. Award holders receive individual mentoring and have access to specialist coaching opportunities and training programmes. They attend relevant workshops and lectures are given the opportunity to attend online seminars.