The Bronze Award: 2025/26

At Bronze level, students begin to build the skills that employers and universities value: teamwork, communication, and resilience. This is the foundation year where students learn how to be self-sufficient in a controlled, supportive environment.

Bronze Section Requirements

To achieve the Bronze Award, students must complete four sections. Each section requires a minimum of one hour per week.

• Volunteering: 3 months.

• Physical: 3 months.

• Skills: 3 months.

• Expedition: Plan, train for, and complete a 2-day, 1-night adventurous journey.

Note: Students must also choose one of the first three sections to do for an additional 3 months (making one section 6 months total).

2025/26 Expedition & Training Schedule

We provide a comprehensive training programme to ensure all students are safe and confident before they head into the Peak District.

Phase	Date / Time	Location
Weekly Training	Thursdays, 18:00 – 19:30	Campsmount Academy (Post-16 Area)
In-School Training Day	February 2026	Academy Campus
Qualifying Expedition	June / July 2026	The White Peak (Peak District)

What to Expect at Bronze

• Navigation: Learning how to read 1:25,000 OS maps and identify landmarks.

• Campcraft: Students will work in teams of 4–7 to pitch their own tents and manage their campsite.

• Cooking: Using a Trangia stove to prepare a hot meal.

• The Walk: Two days of walking (approx. 10-12km per day) through the rolling dales of the Peak District.

Funding & Costs

• Total Cost: £170.00

• Deposit: A £70.00 non-refundable deposit is required by 31st October 2025 to secure a place and receive the DofE Welcome Pack.

• Balance: The remaining balance can be paid in instalments

As with all our levels, Pupil Premium support and Access Without Limits funding are available. Please contact your school's DofE coordinator for a confidential discussion.

Presentation & Resources

For a full breakdown of the Bronze Award requirements, including tips for choosing your sections and preparing for the expeditions, please download our official presentation: 

PowerPoint Presentation