An introduction to
Scouting
The Scout Association offers everyday adventure and activity to
half a million young people across the UK. Cheshire is one of the
largest Scout Counties in the UK with a total membership of over
11,000 and growing. The Movement is the largest co-educational
youth organisation in the world, with over 32 million members in
216 countries and territories.
In the UK Scouting is organised through The Scout Association
and has a clear purpose:
To help young people achieve their full physical, intellectual,
social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible
citizens and as Members of their local, national and international
communities.
About our work
Even if we can't solve all the problems in the world, we can
help to make it a better place. Scouting makes a positive
contribution to society by helping young people to develop as
active members of the community:
- who are self reliant
- who are caring
- who are responsible
- who show commitment
Scouting works well when young people enjoy learning by working
in partnership with adults. They do this by:
- taking part in a variety of activities and new experiences
- exploring the outdoors
- participating in teams
- taking responsibility.
Our method for giving young people the opportunity to learn by
doing is called the Programme. The Programme is a continuous
progression of training, activities and awards that covers
everything that young people do in Scouting from the age of 6 to
25.
Our commitment
In Scouting, our adults have a responsibility to make sure that
the Programme is fun and exciting. We must also make sure that it
is safe. The Scout Association's policies, rules, code of
behaviour, advice on Child Protection and safety policy are there
to ensure our young people stay safe while they enjoy themselves
and learn.
Who can be a Scout?
Scouting is open to all young people aged 6 to 25 of every faith
and background. There are also plenty of opportunities for adults
to become involved as Leaders, Assistants or Administrators.