Riding Technique
Develop balance, position and control through flatwork, guided riding and appropriate technical exercises.
Learn to Ride and Care for Horses
The programme welcomes students with different levels of riding experience, from complete beginners to young riders who want to develop existing skills.
Sessions combine riding with practical stable management, helping students understand horse care, safe behaviour around horses and the responsibilities involved in working at a stable.
Activities are matched to each rider’s confidence, experience and physical suitability, with safety and horse welfare taking priority throughout.
Riding & Stable Management Curriculum
Horse Care & Stable Skills
Learn grooming, tacking up, stable routines, washing, feeding awareness and safe handling around horses.
Confidence & Safety
Build confidence gradually, understand riding-school rules and learn how to respond calmly and responsibly around horses.
What Students Will Learn
- Use stronger riding fundamentals suited to their current level and confidence.
- Carry out core horse-care and stable-management tasks more safely and responsibly.
- Communicate with instructors and international peers in English with greater confidence.
Activities & Excursions
Campus Activities
Join swimming, sports, cooking, games, discos and social activities with the wider summer-school community.
UK Excursions
Trips may include Central London, Cambridge and other cultural or historic destinations.
Overnight Experience
Selected stays may include a supervised overnight experience such as Warwick Castle.
English Lessons
Alongside riding, students receive 15 hours of English tuition each week from experienced TEFL-qualified teachers.
Lessons focus on practical communication, with English reinforced through stable activities, excursions and daily interaction with international students.
Accommodation, Riding Safety & Welfare
Students stay in secure full-board accommodation at their chosen Samiad campus, with a structured timetable balancing English, riding, activities and rest.
Experienced residential teams provide 24-hour supervision, while riding sessions are delivered with appropriate instruction, equipment and ability-based horse allocation.
- Secure boarding-school accommodation
- Experienced pastoral and residential teams
- A 1:6 staff-to-student ratio
- Riding matched to ability and confidence
- Safety guidance at the stables
- Freshly prepared meals and wellbeing support
Locations, Dates & Fees
Samiad programmes are hosted at leading UK boarding schools with strong academic, residential, sports and leisure facilities.
Windsor
Historic university city, 30+ colleges, STEM & leadership focus
One of the world’s most prestigious schools
- Dates
- 29 Jun – 10 Aug 2025
- Duration
- 1 – 6 weeks
- Price from
- £950 – £1,450 / week
Cambridge
Historic university city, 30+ colleges, STEM & leadership focus
Tradition & Innovation
- Dates
- 29 Jun – 10 Aug 2025
- Duration
- 1 – 6 weeks
- Price from
- £950 – £1,450 / week
What Parents & Students Say
“I went to samiad/box hill school for 2 weeks and they were the best two weeks of my life, everyone was so friendly and lovely, teachers and staff always encouraged us to ask questions and to never be ashamed of not knowing things and words.
I highly recommend the school and I’m 100% going to samiad again after i finish my last year at school!”
“Samiad is Amazing. We arranged for my nephew to join the summer school and he cannot stop talking about it and everything that he saw , experienced and learned.
I would recommend Samiad to everyone!! 5 stars without a doubt !”
“My son came to samiad school for several years in a row.
He really liked the friendly atmosphere, the international nature of the school, a large number of activities, independence.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What riding level is required?
The programme is designed for different levels, from complete beginners to more experienced riders. Sessions and horses are matched to ability, confidence and suitability.
Do students need to bring riding gear?
Essential safety equipment is expected to be provided, while families receive guidance on suitable clothing and footwear. Confirm the final equipment policy before publication.
How are horses allocated?
Experienced riding staff match horses to each student’s height, experience, confidence and ability, and may adjust allocations as they get to know the rider.
How many hours of riding are included?
The programme includes 12 hours of horse riding and stable management each week.
Where is the programme available?
The 2026 page lists RGS Surrey Hills, Trent College, The Oratory School and Bromsgrove School.
Are jumping and countryside hacks guaranteed?
No. These activities depend on ability, confidence, horse suitability, location and instructor approval.
Do students join activities and excursions?
Yes. Horse Riding students take part in the wider residential programme, including campus activities and scheduled excursions.
What welfare and riding-safety support is available?
Students receive 24-hour residential supervision, while riding sessions include professional guidance, safety procedures and ability-based support.
Ready for a summer in the saddle?
Speak with the Samiad admissions team about riding experience, equipment, locations, dates, availability and what is included.