Duke of Edinburgh Award (Silver & Gold)

Carry out voluntary service

Complete an expedition

Take part in physical activities

Is it for me?

The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a programme of experiences you choose to participate in rather than a course. It includes four sections for Silver and five for Gold. If you are a very busy and active person you may well be doing all you need to, and just need to register and carry on. Some students will be supported to find new things to do for each section.

What’s involved?

· Skills Selection - learn a new skill for about 6 months

· Expedition - develop the skills, plan and carry out a challenging expedition

· Service - volunteer to do a service e.g. coach a team, help at church, help at scouts etc.

· Physical Recreation - you also need to be doing some exercise at least once a week

Entry Requirements:

None, but Duke of Edinburgh Bronze would be useful. Enthusiasm and motivation are also needed.

Which courses go well with this?

All courses.

Progression:

Gold Award is the top award and will need to be completed by the age of 25.