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D of E Award

Duke of Edinburgh's Award Up for a challenge? Want to learn new skills and gain self confidence?

Then the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme could be just what you're looking for!

The Award is a challenging programme of activities which will help you to learn new skills, help others and experience adventure AND it will give you a great sense of achievement.  What's more, many organisations such as employers and universities take a good view of the Award and what it says about the person who has achieved it.

There are three levels - Bronze, Silver and Gold.  For each you complete activities in four Sections - Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Expeditions.  It's up to you what you do.  In each Section there is a wide range of options you can choose from or you can find other similar activities which interest you.  The good news is it's not an exam and  you can't fail.  It's about having a go. It's not a competition - you just need the right attitude.

Youth Support help set up and advise various Duke of Edinburgh's Award groups in the Stirling area, mostly run by schools and various youth organisations.

To find out more about your nearest group, or if you have any questions you'd like to ask about the Award, email or phone him on 01786 432211,  or email  

More information on staff responsible for delivering the award

For full details of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, check out their Website