About the scheme

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme is an exciting programme of practical, cultural and adventurous activities designed to stimulate and develop young adults. There are three awards: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. To attain each award participants choose one activity for each of the four sections below. These activities are completed largely in their own time.

The four sections of an award

• Volunteering: Taking part in an activity to support a voluntary organisation or group. This could include taking part in voluntary training, such as first aid training.
• Skills: Demonstrating engagement in an activity. This is a very open section covering many hobbies and interests.
• Physical Recreation: Take part in a regular activity with a focus on health or fitness, such as a sport or other physical activity.
• Expeditions: Train, plan and complete a journey in the countryside on foot and sleep under canvas.

Taking part

The school is currently running the bronze award for students in year 9.  The award must be completed by the time a young person reaches the age of 25.

More information, including the dates of scheduled information evenings in school, can be found in the parent carer handbook or by contacting the school through the Duke of Edinburgh email address.