JAC Term Dates

Summer Term 2 2026	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	1^st June	17^th July
Small Animals NVQ	1^st June	17^th July
Equine NVQ	1^st June	17^th July

Autumn Term 1 2026	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	Tues 8^th September	23rd October
Small Animals NVQ	Tues 8th September – except L1 – study week	23rd October
Equine NVQ	Tues 8^th September	23rd October

Autumn Term 2 2026	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	2^nd November	15^th December JAC site closed Tues 24^th November
Small Animals NVQ	2^nd November	L1s 15^th December L2/3 17^th December
Equine NVQ	2^nd November	L1s 15^th December L2/3 17^th December

Spring Term 1 2027	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	4^th January	12^th February
Small Animals NVQ	4^th January	12^th February
Equine NVQ	4^th January	12^th February

Spring Term 2 2027	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	22^nd February	25^th March
Small Animals NVQ	22^nd February	25^th March
Equine NVQ	22^nd February	25^th March

Summer Term 1 2027	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	12^th April	28^th May
Small Animals NVQ	12^th April	28^th May
Equine NVQ	12^th April	28^th May

Summer Term 2 2027	First Day	Last Day
Mentoring and NVQ not below	7^th June	16^th July
Small Animals NVQ	7^th June	16^th July
Equine NVQ	7^th June	16^th July

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The demand for children and young people's mental health provision is growing and we can meet this need but we need your help!
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Join JAC in making a difference by participating in corporate volunteer days, supporting young people through therapy by helping maintain our site.
Spring Newsletter 2026

Please see our Spring Newsletter 2026
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During holidays we offer both 1:1 and small group bookable sessions.

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JAC in a Box - Retail Placement

A retail community shop within the Wokingham town centre that provides opportunities for vulnerable young people to learn and practice work-related skills providing a stepping stone between school and employment.
Referrals

Based in Berkshire, we take referrals from anyone for young people aged 5-24. Make an online referral or download our referral form from this page.
Jobs at JAC

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Volunteer

Like many Charities, our ongoing ability to reach out to children and young people, depends deeply on not just funding, but a team of Vital Volunteers.
Who we are

We are JAC (Just Around The Corner), a Christian charity based near Wokingham in Berkshire, set in 15 acres of stunning English countryside. Founded in 1998, we are a unique centre providing personal learning and professional development therapies.
Our Facilities

Take a glimpse at the variety of different sites and facilities we offer at JAC and begin to understand the purpose of each and how you might access them.
Our story

A Christian charity providing equine assisted learning and development programmes for children with challenges such as ADHD, anger, self-esteem, trauma and depression.
Equine Assisted Learning

Learning and developmental therapy for children and young people working with horses, mentors and therapists.
Donate

Funding is fundamental to our future. Whether through a small one off donation, a regular pledge or even a legacy, we are forever grateful for your support.
Our animals

Our animals are the lifeblood of JAC.