Duke of Edinburgh at Durham School

Reaching the grand age of 50 this year, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is currently an integral part of the extra-curricular life for over 40 pupils at Durham School. The award is aimed at encouraging participants to develop self-confidence and self-belief, raising an awareness of their own potential and gaining an understanding of strengths and weaknesses through exploring new skills and relationships.

The Award can be undertaken at 3 levels, Bronze (14 yrs+), Silver (15 yrs+) and Gold (16 yrs+). At each level the Award is divided into four activity areas: Service, Skill, Physical Recreation, Expeditioning and, at all levels, each young person must undertake an activity for a particular length of time and be able to show that they have developed and benefited from their involvement.

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Year 12 anti-bullying talk
Tuesday, 07 October 2008

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"I can honestly say that, within the first week, I noticed a change in my son. He seemed more mature, confident and considerate. He is finding lessons most enjoyable and often tells me on the journey home from school, in detail, interesting things he has learned. I did have concerns about the long school day, but this has not been a problem. He is always eager to do any homework, when he gets home."
Mrs Susan Vardy