Educational Farm

At CATCH, we believe that working with animals and plants offers powerful, hands-on opportunities for learning, growth, and skill development. Our Educational Farm is a shining example of what young people can achieve when given the chance — it was designed and built by young volunteers and is now home to goats, alpacas, llamas, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, thriving growing areas, and polytunnels.

With the generous support of local businesses and donated materials, the farm has become a hub of daily activity, lovingly maintained by a dedicated team of young volunteers who provide exceptional care for both animals and plants. Beyond being a community treasure, our farm is a valued outdoor learning resource for local schools, offering children and young people meaningful connections to nature, responsibility, and the world around them.

Saahibah catch charity educational farm leeds

I’m proud to lead the farm team and look after all our animals, they bring us so much joy.
Saahibah

Remus, catch charity farmer worker leeds

Being a farm apprentice at CATCH is helping me develop my skills
Remus

Our aims for the Educational Farm are:

To help children and young people develop increased respect, empathy and a sense of responsibility for living things
To acquire knowledge about the natural environment, food sustainability and hands-on learning
To encourage children and young people to develop an understanding of the needs of animals as well as humans

To demonstrate ethical practice in the care of animals and the natural environment
To encourage children and young people to consider careers working with animals and the natural environment

All our animals are cared for in line with the highest animal health and welfare standards, ensuring they live in a safe, enriching, and well-monitored environment. We are proud to be fully licensed, and our animal welfare license can be viewed here:

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