Duke of Edinburgh Assembly & Enrolment - Years 9, 10, 12 & 13 - Friday 10 October

Stand out beyond the classroom with the DofE programme.
Who & when
- Assembly: Friday 10 October
- Year 9: Bronze
- Years 10, 12 & 13: Silver / Gold
What the assembly will cover
- How DofE works (Volunteering, Physical, Skills and the Expedition).
- What Bronze/Silver/Gold involve at AVA, key dates and expected commitment.
- Kit guidance, safety and how we support students through the programme.
- How to register and who to contact for help.
Enrolment & costs
- Registration opens after the assembly. Enrolment fee: £31.
- Expedition contribution: Bronze £50, Silver £70.
- Places are confirmed once payment has been made.
Financial support
If financial assistance is required, please contact Mrs Crumpton as soon as possible: dofe@theacademy.me. We want every eligible student who wishes to take part to be able to do so.
Information for parents/carers
- An information flyer with guidance on how families can support participants.
- A link to the DofE parents’ website HERE for further details.
- The DofE will run virtual information meetings
We’re excited to help our students develop confidence, resilience and leadership through DofE.