Duke of Edinburgh's Award
We specialise in supporting schools and organisations with delivery of your DofE programme which would include all planning, eDofE training as well as full, all-inclusive expedition support. We’re pleased to offer you a range of expeditions to suit wherever you choose, if you’re not sure we can help with the planning and logistics. As a Duke of Edinburgh's Award Licenced Organisation for South Tyneside Council you can assured that you'll have a positive experience with us as we can support your expedition on land, two wheels or on the water. How do I start my DofE or get my school involved? The best way is to contact us directly so we can see what support you need please email: info@simonsideoutdooradventure.com
Below you can find useful links to help you with your DofE programme.
Upload an assessor report here for a young person onto their eDofE account
B-TEC Level 3 Sport - Outdoor Adventure
A new programme for Sept 2017 for school leavers and anyone post 16. This 1 or 2 year course is perfect if you are looking for a career in the Outdoor Industry. This course is designed to be taught both traditionally classroom based but mostly, our favourite; the classroom with the roof off, the great outdoors. Applying theory into practice under the support and guidance of full time professional outdoor educationalists and tutors with a huge amount of experience and skill in working in the outdoors. Collectively our team has over 60 years experience of the outdoors and working within education. For further information and a full breakdown of the course units please follow the adventure package tile at the bottom of the page.
Mayors Award
The Mayors Award is a four part locally recognised accreditation that is sometimes referred to as the mini DofE Award. Folllowing the same four themes as a full Duke of Edinburgh's Award; skill, physical volunteering and expedition at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, this award is ideal for those wishing to use it as a stepping stone onto their Bronze DofE award. Just like the DofE you will need to complete a minimum of 1 hour per week for each of the 3 sections. For a list of local contacts who deliver the Mayors Award, please email
info@simonsideoutdooradventure.com. There is a small charge of £5 to register which covers the cost of your handbook and certification for all three levels
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Bronze |
Silver |
Gold |
| Volunteering |
6 weeks |
8 weeks |
10 weeks |
| Skill |
6 weeks |
8 weeks |
10 weeks |
| Physical |
6 weeks |
8 weeks |
10 weeks |
| Expedition |
Take part in a walk. 4 hours |
Prepare and take part in a walk of at least 5 hours |
Play a major part in organising a walk of at least 6 hours |
Adventure Packages