Duke of Edinburgh Award

Here you will find all of the information you need as a student or parent/carer regarding the DofE at Forres Academy.

At Forres Academy we offer students a chance to participate in The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Bronze and Silver level. There is an open Gold DofE Group running in Elgin. The DofE programme has been successful in enhancing school learning and achievement, securing personal and social development and encouraging good citizenship. The Award is recognised internationally and is well regarded by Higher Education establishments and employers.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award gives opportunities for personal development and achievement through community and social involvement, adventure, and the discovery of new talents and interests. The programme is modular and has three Award levels. Each level consists of four sections which prove commitment, fitness, tolerance of others and teamwork. You will recognise all of these qualities as those held in high esteem in our society.