Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Why complete the DofE award?
There are many benefits of completing the DofE award. Taking part in the award has given many participants newfound confidence and the opportunity to challenge themselves. It can also provide a much-needed edge over others when it comes to job and university applications, as participants can give evidence of the communication, teamwork and leadership skills they have developed over the course of the Award.
Please find below useful links to information and key documents
If you want ideas of what you might do in each of the sections visit www.dofe.org/do/ideas
For more information please contact Mr Frost or Miss Andrews at the school.
Miss Andrews (RAA), DofE Award Manager
Mr Frost (BAF), DofE Co-ordinator
Mr Whittle, Principal
Registration
DoFE Bronze Information Evening - Tuesday 3rd October at 6.15pm
Year 9 students are able to apply for the Bronze Award until Monday 16th October 2023
Click here to enrol
About Bronze Award:
Expeditions 2024:
| Event | Date | Location |
| Training Day | 3rd January 2024 | Hayes School |
| Practice Expedition | 14th June - 15th June 2024 | East Grinstead |
| Qualifier Expedition | 21st June - 22nd June 2024 | Waylands/Biggin Hill |
Costs:
Please be aware that there are provisions for students in receipt of the Pupil Premium.
Please speak to Miss Andrews/Mr Hazlehurst for more information.
| Payment | Amount | Deadline |
| Deposit (non-refundable) | £100 | 16th October 2023 |
| First instalment | £75 | 22nd March 2024 |
| Final payment | £75 | 24th May 2024 |
Registration
DoFE Silver Information Evening - Tuesday 3rd October at 7.00pm
Year 10 & 12 students are able to apply for the Silver Award until Monday 16th October 2023
Click here to enrol
About Silver Award:
Expeditions 2024:
| Event | Date | Location |
| Training Day | 3rd January 2024 | Hayes School |
| Practice Expedition | 17th May - 19th May 2024 | Kent (Meopham) |
| Qualifier Expedition | 12th July - 14th July 2024 | East Sussex (South Downs) |
Costs:
| Payment | Amount | Deadline |
| Deposit (non-refundable) | £100 | 16th October 2023 |
| First instalment | £150 | 23rd February 2024 |
| Final instalment | £165 | 26th April 2024 |
