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Primary Alternative Provision

Heeley City Farm’s Primary Alternative Provision supports children aged 7–11 who struggle in traditional school settings. Here, they explore nature, interact with animals, and engage in creative activities—all while developing social skills, independence, and self-awareness. Through small groups, hands-on tasks, and gentle routines like forest schools, children discover positive ways to understand themselves, their peers, and the world around them.

Forest Schools & Bushcraft

Children learn through outdoor exploration, building confidence as they identify plants, understand woodland ecosystems, and work together on simple bushcraft projects.

Arts & Crafts

Creative projects give children a chance to express themselves, refine fine motor skills, and develop confidence in their own ideas and abilities.

Gardening & Food Origins

Tending the vegetable plots and understanding where food comes from nurtures curiosity, patience, and a meaningful connection to the natural world.

Animal Care & Egg Collecting

By feeding and tending to farm animals, kids learn responsibility, empathy, and respect for living beings—plus the excitement of collecting fresh eggs.

Reading & Storytelling

Shared stories, both read and told, spark imagination, improve language skills, and encourage children to think about their feelings and experiences.

Cooking & Healthy Eating

Children discover simple recipes, taste new ingredients, and gain practical kitchen know-how, encouraging healthy habits that can carry into everyday life.

We really have appreciated all the support you and Heeley City Farm have given to some of our highest need children, it has absolutely meant that those individuals have been able to manage their week knowing they get a special day at the farm. Make sure you remember how much of a difference you have made to the lives and educational experiences of so many children.

Primary Special educational needs coordinator

Want to learn more about the programme?

All alternative provisions referrals are managed through the progressions team at Sheffield City Council.

For more questions email our team:

Sarah Wild 

s.wild@heeleyfarm.org.uk

Details

Heeley City Farm, Richards Road, Sheffield, S2 3DT.

Phone: 0114 258 0482

Email: info@heeleyfarm.org.uk

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Heeley City Farm is a company limited by guarantee without share capital.

Reg. No. 2141420.

VAT Reg. No. 646 3843 17

Reg. Charity No. 1111482.

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