Announcements

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.