\u201cIt was hard at first but it became a part of my daily routine\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe experience was very challenging and put me into situations where I had to find a solution which was really helpful because I learnt new skills\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt has strengthened my friendships and helped me understand people and be more considerate\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cEmotional and tough\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cEducated me more. It made me become more resilient and persevering. It gave me patience and courage and also physically challenged me making me a fitter individual\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n And much more…<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n All of our students have said they would recommend the programme to their friends. If your child is in year 9, 10 or 12 why not encourage them to take part in this great opportunity. Please tell them to come see Mrs Begum in B01.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 1 of the expedition- groups leave for their 6-hour hike<\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 1- groups planning their route for the expedition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 2 of the expedition- students making s\u2019mores after breakfast<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) is one of the most rewarding awards\u2019 a young person can access, recognised by employers, universities and training programmes. This program fosters personal growth by encouraging engagement in enjoyable, challenging, and fulfilling activities. It is a non-competitive initiative designed to equip students with valuable skills, confidence, and perspectives sought after by employers, colleges, and universities. Greatfields school takes pride in effectively offering the DofE to our students and to make the programme accessible to all the registration fees are waived and the school provides all equipment and food. The award is an acceptable opportunity for your child to give back to the community through volunteering. Improve their physical fitness through sports, dance or other physical activities. Develop a skill or interest they have been fascinated in such as photography or learning a language and an opportunity to explore the outdoors through, camping, hiking, cooking and more. This year we had 39 students who have successfully completed the bronze expedition. Feedback from student voice: \u201cIt was challenging but fun overall\u201d \u201cIt was hard at first but it became a part of my daily routine\u201d \u201cThe experience was very challenging and put me into situations where I had to find a solution which was really helpful because I learnt new skills\u201d \u201cIt has strengthened my friendships and helped me understand people and be more considerate\u201d \u201cEmotional and tough\u201d \u201cEducated me more. It made me become more resilient and persevering. 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