National schools equestrian association was formed in 1991 to co-ordinate inter-school competitions and also to promote riding in state and independent schools.

Since then, there has been a huge surge in popularity.

An increasing number of pupils are now riding in curricular time.

Riding has been included as a games option in many schools. GCSE and A level PE have riding options.
It is also possible to ride on the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. Many schools also offer BHS / Pony Club Exams, in conjunction with their local governing body.

Schools have also recognized that riding can play an important role in the physical & emotional development of pupils of all ages, and are beginning to realize the time & commitment that it takes.

AS OF THE 1ST AUGUST 2009 ALL SCHOOLS MUST JOIN THE NSEA IN ORDER TO COMPETE IN ANY COMPETITIONS LISTED ON THIS WEBSITE.
MEMBERSHIP STARTS 1ST AUGUST 2009.
IT WILL BE POSSIBLE TO AFFLIATE FROM MID JUNE. ALL INFORMATION WILL BE POSTED ON THIS WEBSITE SHORTLY.

AIMS of the NSEA

- to improve pupils knowledge of the principles of riding & welfare of the horse.

- to promote excellence in riding, with competitions geared towards the correct training of both horse & rider. ( see NSEA qualifiers)

- to provide a number of competitions in a variety of disciplines from grass roots level up to a good national standard (Pony Club Area, BE JRN level )

- improve access to horses through ABRS/BHS approved riding schools in all areas for pupils who would otherwise be unable to ride.

THE NSEA ARE SUPPORTERS OF THE EMILE FAURIE FOUNDATION
For further information go to www.emilefauriefoundation.org.uk

N.S.E.A.

CHAIRMAN – Jill Barker, St. Leonards-Mayfield School

SECETARY - Sophie Spear, Farlington School

REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES

South East – Jill Barker and Sophie Spear
(Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Berks, Bucks, Middlesex, Herts, Oxfordshire)

South West – Danny Anholt, Millfield School
(Hants, Dorset, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall)

West – Gill Storey, Stonar School
(Wilts, Glos)

East – Kirsten Theobald – Woodbridge School
(Cambs, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk)

Midlands – Penny Crutwell 

North - Kate Carmen- Queen Ethelburgers’
(Cheshire, Lancs, Yorks, Co.Durham, Cumbria, Northumberland)

Wales -  Sarah Hamlyn

Scotland - links to SEA