What is it?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is the world’s leading achievement award for young people. Its aim is to create a world where young people can reach their full potential whatever their circumstances. Its ethos is to enable every young person of every background to succeed in completing their DofE, regardless of any barriers.
What does it involve?
Undertaking a DofE award involves a young person undertaking a balanced programme of activities that develops the whole person – mind, body and soul – in an environment of social interaction and teamworking. Young people progress through three levels of DofE programmes to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award.
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Taking part builds confidence and develops self-esteem. It requires persistence, commitment and has a lasting impact on the attitudes and outlook of all young people who do their DofE.
What equipment do we need?
The wide variety of activities available on the DofE scheme means the equipment needed will vary from event to event - participants/leaders should check what is needed before each new venture.
Who is it suitable for?
Participants are aged between 14 and 24.
Costs?
There are various DofE awards available which all have different costs for the students to sign up for - they currently stand at £16 for Bronze and Silver and £23 for Gold. Different centres may have extra administration charges, but these should always be advertised.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
The DofE scheme aims to cater to all people regardless of disability or medical conditions, but its best to consult with the centres directly if you have any concerns about a student. Also, bear in mind the age limit when talking to groups of students about taking part as you don't want younger children to be interested to then only be denied entry.
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The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is delivered under special license by over 400 partners (Licensed Organisations). Our partners support nearly 11,000 DofE centres including youth clubs, voluntary organisations, schools, colleges, Young Offenders Institutions and businesses to run DofE programmes and accredit their young people.
For all your The Duke of Edinburgh's Award needs in Warwickshire in Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding villages come and see us at Rezilient Limited.
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award:-
- to develop skills for work and life,
- fulfil your potential,
- and have a brighter future.
We can offer your pupils the opportunity to challenge themselves in a controlled environment. Whether it’s a fun session for your class or something that is part of a more structured programme we will be able to cater for your school group. We are experienced in working with the NI
Here at Welton Waters Adventure Centre (WWAC) we offer a wide range of land and water based activites to suit all ages and abilities, so, whether you're looking to learn a new skill or complete part of your BTEC/Dofe/Scout qualifications look no further OR perhaps you're looking for a company team building exercise, a family outing or a fun day out for your school or club we have something for
Welcome to Kempston Outdoor Centre’s website! Here you can find out about our activities, courses, events, and clubs. We offer adventurous activities to children and adults both onsite and further afield, all lead by our team of expert instructors.
By providing a team of experienced and qualified leaders, OXPED is able to offer a variety of DofE expeditions in lowland and wild country areas of the UK (and occasionally elsewhere). It fulfils the crucial role of providing expedition opportunities to those people who are unable to join their own DofE Centre's expedition for some reason.
We believe in a personal touch and can plan courses specific to customer requirements. We select team leaders with appropriate skills to deliver your course to ensure that the participants achieve the maximum benefit from their experience.
Our experienced team will guide you through unique destinations, where you can embrace different cultures, amazing wildlife, beautiful secluded landscapes and explore our enchanting planet.
Adventure Training and Expeditions was formed by Scott and Michelle, a husband and wife team based in the South East of England. Scott and Michelle both come from a teaching and training background. Scott spent 24 years in the Armed Forces and Michelle has taught in Secondary schools for over 10 years.
Longrigg is an educational study and adventure centre in Cumbria. Our aim is to provide rewarding outdoor experiences for young people and adults.
We offer a wide range of outdoor activities including Duke of Edinburgh and Mountain Training Leadership courses.
Your programme might include a variety of the following :
Chris Hughes Multi Activity Services Limited (CHMAS) is a small UK family run business based in Shrewsbury, providing outdoor activity instruction for individuals, families and small groups. It was founded in 2006 by Chris and Janet Hughes, both of whom have been involved in the outdoors since childhood.
An outdoor activity centre and campsite, with a dedicated Indoor Climbing Centre. We have climbing facilities for ages 3 year and upwards, dedicated kids’ clubs and sessions and run regular Bushcraft and adventure activities using our low ropes course and trails.
Our huge site has plenty of woodland and parkland for you to explore and play in.
Specialising in Duke of Edinburgh's Award, outdoor activities, sports leadership training, schools enrichment provision and residential opportunities, we have a proven record of achieving positive outcomes when engaging with children, young people and adults.
Our instructors have been providing adventurous outdoor activities since 1992. Offering training and technical support to the outdoor industry, the activities we offer are run under National Government Body Guidelines and certified by the relevant Organisations.
Our Aim is to educate and to provide memorable and challenging experiences, to all age groups, no matter what their level of ability and fitness.
At RKE, we specialise in delivering the Expedition section of the Award, but our staff will be happy to advise on all other Sections, since our years of involvement with DofE are long and our experience extensive.
We provide a full range of outdoor activities to suit all ages and interests. Based on idyllic Loch Ard, within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park activities include gorgewalking, our unique waterpark, canoeing, climbing/abseiling, cliff jumping, archery, mountain biking, orienteering and many more.
Leading youth Charity the DofE gives all young people aged 14-24 the chance to develop skills for life and work, fulfil their potential and have a brighter future. Find out more about doing your DofE, volunteering for us and supporting our chairty.
Beyond Adventure is a specialist outdoor company, based in Aberfeldy, Scotland, providing tailor-made experiences of the wilderness environment. Our particular specialities are open canoeing and tailor made multi-activity residentials for groups in Scotland, Europe and North America.
A charming Georgian building, built as a workhouse in 1764, now filled with a rich variety of displays and a regular and varied exhibitions programme.
Education
To learn more about the programme or to discuss your requirements please contact Rebecca Parrant.
Alternative Adventure specialise in organising activities using venues that are within easy reach of your location; hotel & conference centre grounds delivering teambuilding activities, school & youth centres delivering outdoor teambuilding activities, local parks delivering teambuilding & outdoor adventurous activities canoeing, earth ball, mountain biking, raft building, orienteer
The Bushcraft Company offer residential school trips with a difference, taking students into the wild and giving them real back-to-nature experiences they will never forget.
A 15-year-old boy fell 60ft over the edge of a cliff whilst on a geography school trip, miraculously only suffering minor injuries.