About Rama Life
Rama Life is an innovative, year-round provider of educational activitiesnot-for-profit education centre, founded in January 2020, by CEO Jenn Hodge.
Her principle aim was to create a space where young people could learn together in a positive environment with understanding that everyone has different needs and learns in a different way.
Since then she has cultivated a team of educators who make Rama Life a progressive, safe and amazing place to be, learn and connect with others.
Rama Life operates from a beautiful and relaxing location in purpose built premises with both indoor and outdoor spaces in South Somerset, just five minutes from the A303.
Our Mission
To empower young people to discover who they are, build confidence, and develop a strong sense of self-worth. Our programs encourage self-awareness and personal growth through meaningful learning experiences that develop connection to themselves, their community and the natural world.
By nurturing curiosity, creativity, and resilience in a supportive environment, we help each individual recognise their unique strengths and be primed to have the best start in life.
Our Vision
To have a state funded, Rama Life provision in every town in the country, in addition to rural bases.
To learn more about the team behind our organisation, Click Here.
Our Values
Individuality and Inclusivity
Education is only useful and effective if it is delivered in a way that is accessible to the learner.
We aim to meet the needs of a wider range of young people than mainstream provisions.
Community
We all deserve to feel part of a community and by working together we can all achieve more and feel better.
Outdoors
Being outdoors is the best way to develop and improve mental and physical health.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing and mental health are essential: self-esteem and confidence are the foundation for happiness and productivity.
Growth Mindset
Life gives us continued opportunities and challenges to allow us to grow, learn and develop skills.
This approach of reflection and reframing, supports mental health and improves resilience.
The Name – Rama Life
Rama was the nickname of founder, Jenn Hodge, when she was a community youth leader. The name is referred to in The Jungle Book (and is also the name of a Godess, but there is no religious connection). The meaning is derived from the word Ram and has various translations including “a model of reason, right action, and desirable virtues”.
Jenn set out to create educational provisions that worked for neurodivergent young people – she is very excited to see how Rama Life grows and develops over the years to come.