Starting promptly will definitely support your child to make good progress and will help them complete their DofE Award on time. Your support at this stage will definitely help them to get started.
Please give a provisional indication of the skill/physical/volunteering activity your child could do and the name of a responsible assessor* who would verify their progress.
* an assessor can be a friend, neighbour, coach, teacher or work colleague etc. They must be aged 16+. They cannot be related to the participant.
Pupils can apply to join the DofE Young Leaders Programme and become a DofE Ambassador at Toot Hill School. Would your child like further details about how to apply for these opportunities? More information is available here.
We aim to help your child graduate by Autumn 2026 so it can be included on his/her UCAS form. You'll then be invited to attend the Graduation at Buckingham Palace. You'll receive your invitations once your child has successfully secured their award.