🏅 We’re Taking On the Junior Duke Award!
Here at Brede Primary School, we believe that learning isn’t just about what happens in the classroom. It’s also about learning how to live! That’s why we’re thrilled to be offering our pupils the Junior Duke Award – a brilliant programme designed to build confidence, independence, and resilience in a fun and meaningful way.
What Is the Junior Duke?
The Junior Duke Award is a ten-level challenge that gives children the chance to grow their life skills, try new things, and feel a real sense of achievement. It’s a bit like a junior version of the Duke of Edinburgh Award – but specially designed for primary-aged children.
Whether it’s learning how to cook a simple meal, tying shoelaces, packing a bag, speaking confidently, or even writing a letter – each task gives your child a chance to shine outside of academic subjects.
Why We Love It
Let’s be honest – it’s quicker (and a lot less messy!) for adults to do things for our children. But if we’re always stepping in, when do they get to learn?
The:
- Try
- Struggle a little
- Try again
- And then feel the joy of finally getting it right!
This is how resilience is built – by letting them experience challenges, make a few mistakes, and realise they’re capable of so much more than they think!
What Your Child Will Gain
By taking part in the Junior Duke Award, your child will:
âś… Learn useful everyday skills
âś… Grow in confidence
âś… Develop resilience and perseverance
âś… Feel proud of their own achievements
âś… Enjoy quality time with family while completing challenges
It’s also a wonderful way for children to feel success outside the usual classroom setting – and to celebrate their unique strengths and interests.
How You Can Support at Home
You’ll get to join in the fun too! Many of the Junior Duke tasks are completed at home, so you’ll get to see your child take the lead and show what they can do.
Top tip: Try not to take over! Let them give it a go, even if it takes longer (and yes, even if it’s a little messier!).
Celebrating Success
Children who complete their level receive a special Junior Duke certificate and badge – and believe us, they wear them with pride! 🏅🎉
We’re so excited to see our pupils grow in confidence and independence through the Junior Duke Award. It’s all about life skills, real-world learning, and believing in themselves.
Let the adventures begin!
Find out more by visiting www.juniorduke.com