Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Now known as the DofE, this voluntary, non-competitive programme is open to all pupils between S3 and S6. It is an extra curricular activity offered at three levels, Bronze, Silver and Gold. To gain the Award, a pupil has to spend a certain amount of time helping as a volunteer, developing a skill, developing a physical programme and undertaking an expedition. In addition, Gold candidates have to spend a week on a residential experience. At the present time around 60 pupils and six members of staff are involved in the scheme. To find out more, come along to a drop-in session over Tuesday lunchtime in the Social Subjects Open Plan area, room 308, or speak to Mr Ferguson, School Co-ordinator. Alternatively, log into www.dofe.org.