What is the Duke of Edinburgh's award?
The Duke of Edinburgh's award is a voluntary enrichment program that invites young people to participate in a series of personal challenges in four areas: fitness, skill, volunteering and adventurous journey. Students select an activity in each area, and have their progress monitored by an appropriate assessor over a specified period of time. At the end of the required timeframe, students' progress is signed off and they may continue to the next level of the award.
The Duke of Edinburgh's award is highly regarded by employers and is internationally recognised. It presents a unique opportunity for students to improve their teamwork, perseverance, generosity, self-discipline, resilience, responsibility, independence and determination.
