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:

• Duke of Edinburgh website - activity ideas
• Duke of Edinburgh equipment list
• Packing a rucksack guide
• Assessor's reports:
  • Physical report
  • Skills report
  • Volunteering report
  • Exemplar report (how might a report look when completed)

Calendar for 2024-25