DUKE OF EDINBURGH GIVES ALL YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 14-24 THE CHANCE TO DEVELOP SKILLS FOR LIFE AND WORK, FULFIL THEIR POTENTIAL AND HAVE A BRIGHTER FUTURE.
GMS offer students the chance to be part of the D of E awards programme. Students in Year 10 work towards the Bronze award, however, if students have achieved their Bronze award they will work towards their Silver award.
Young people between 14 and 24 can follow programmes at one of three levels, Bronze, Silver or Gold, each one leads to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. There are four sections at Bronze and Silver level and five at Gold.
Completing the Bronze, Silver or Gold D of E award can be a life-changing adventure. An exciting and challenging programme of activities help you reach your full potential. Those who participate learn new skills, actively help others, have fun, make new friends, as well as gain a great sense of achievement. Employers, colleges and universities value the D of E award. It is highly regarded if it features on a personal statement or CV.
The D of E is not something that can be achieved through a short burst of enthusiasm over one weekend! However, you can easily fit your D of E activities in around your schoolwork and other commitments. A range of activities take place at lunch time or after school. It is possible that something you are already engaged in can count as a D of E activity, although many students opt for something completely new.
TIMESCALES Bronze Award (14+ years old)
Volunteering - 3 months Physical - 3 months Skills - 3 months
Expedition - Plan, train for, and undertake a 2 day, 1 night expedition
All participants must undertake a further 3 months in the volunteering, physical or skills sections.
THE BENEFITS
If you take part in the D of E programme you will develop the skills and attitudes required to become a more rounded, confident adult, the very qualities that colleges, universities and employers are attracted to. You will learn valuable skills, while setting the tone for a lifetime of achievement.
Participants in the D of E develop:
self-belief self-confidence a sense of identity initiative a sense of responsibility a real awareness of their strengths new talents and abilities the ability to plan and use time
the ability to learn from and give to others in the community new friendships
problem solving, presentation and communication skills leadership and teamworking skills
For more information on the D of E Bronze award please speak to Helen Murray.
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