The Duke of Edinburgh International Award
We are proud to offer students the opportunity to take part in the DofE International Award.
Established in 1956 in the UK, the award operates all around the world as a global framework for non-formal education and learning for young people.
At NLCS Jeju we offer students the opportunity to take part in the Bronze, Silver and Gold Award, with the following sections forming the awards:
- Volunteering
- Physical
- Skills
- Expedition
- Residential (Gold only)
“The outdoors provides a powerful environment for learning, personal growth and wellbeing. Through challenge, exploration and shared experiences, students develop the confidence to make decisions, the resilience to overcome difficulties and the kindness to support those around them. Outdoor Education and the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award provide meaningful opportunities for students to become more independent, responsible and compassionate young people, while developing skills and experiences that extend far beyond the classroom.”
Jearson Narvaez Rojas
Mathematics Teacher
Benefits of DofE for young people:
- Empowering
- Teaches new and transferable skills
- Builds confidence
- Develops resilience
- Opportunity to make a difference in the world
- Improves physical and mental well-being
- Cultivates a sense of adventure
- Preparation for the CAS project which is part of the IBDP