🌟 Why Take on an Award?

• Build confidence and resilience
• Develop skills for work, education and life
• Gain nationally recognised qualifications
• Challenge yourself and achieve something meaningful

🥾 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE)

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a nationally recognised programme that helps young people develop life skills through volunteering, physical activity, skills development and expeditions.

• Available at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels
• Open to Explorers, Young Leaders and Network members
• Flexible – activities can be done inside or outside Scouting

Many young people complete their DofE through Scouting with support from experienced volunteers and DofE certified assessors.

👑 Top Awards in Scouting

Scouting’s Top Awards are the highest achievements available to young people.
They recognise long-term commitment, leadership and personal development.

• Explorer Scout Young Leader Belt Buckle
• Explorer Scout Platinum Award
• Explorer Scout Diamond Award
• Explorer Belt
• Scouts of the World
• King’s Scout Award

These awards are highly regarded by employers, universities and training providers.

🧭 How Do Awards Fit Together?

Many of the activities you complete for Scouting also count towards DofE and Top Awards.

• Volunteering as a Young Leader can count towards DofE
• Expeditions can count for both DofE and Top Awards
• Skills and physical activities can overlap

This means you can achieve more without extra pressure.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Support & Guidance

Awards across Christchurch are supported by our dedicated Top Awards Team who can help you choose the right pathway and stay on track.

Your 14-24 Team Leader, Explorer leaders, Young Leader team or Network contacts can also support you throughout your journey.