Duke of Edinburgh Award

This is open to Year 10 pupils and above to achieve Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.  The scheme includes volunteering/service, physical and skill elements which are completed through regular School SCA programmes or suitable external activities. The final element is an expedition in which pupils plan and carry out an independent overnight expedition in small group. This award is renowned for building leadership, service, skills, physical ability, teamwork, self-reliance, resilience, safety, organisation and an enhanced relationship with the outdoor environment.