Introduction to the Duke of Edinburgh award

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) is an internationally recognised youth programme that has been running since 1956. It operates in 144 countries around the world and has touched the lives of around 8 million young people. At Hope Valley College, the award scheme was first run in 2005 and has built a very strong reputation in the school with around 60-70% of students taking part during their Years 10-11.

There are three award levels (bronze, silver and, gold) open to young people up to the age of 25. At Hope Valley College we offer bronze level, and many students will continue their award journey at sixth form, university or as independent young adults.

Please see below for further details and useful links:

• Information letter for current Year 10 students (2022-23)
• Duke of Edinburgh website - activity ideas
• Duke of Edinburgh equipment list
• Packing a rucksack guide

 

the Duke of Edinburgh timeline for 2022-23

Week beginning 9 Jan 2023	Introduction letter, and meeting for students.
20 Jan 2023	Deadline for registration onto DofE school award scheme and first payment.
25 Jan 2023	Weekly, after-school training for students starts in preparation for expedition.
28 Jan 2023	First aid training half day in school for students.
3 Feb 2023	Deadline for at least two sections to have started and a good plan for all three.
21 April 2023	Second payment required to continue onto expedition section.
13-14 May 2023	Practice expedition in Peak District.
16-17 Sept 2023	Final (assessed) expedition in Peak District.
	Certificates and pins will be posted to families individually.

 

Hope Valley College D of E Introduction Video