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Global Footprints Expeditions are a fully accredited Approved Activity Provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. With 30+ years of passion and experience in the outdoor environment and youth work, we are a trusted and knowledgeable company."
What is the DofE?
The DofE Award is an amazing youth award founded by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh in 1956. It’s a unique initiative for young people aged between 14 and 24.
Its widely recognised as the world’s leading youth achievement award.
Why do DofE?
The DofE award fosters essential life skills, boosts confidence, and provides opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and adventure, all while enhancing employability and educational prospects.
The aim of the Expedition
To inspire young people to develop initiative and a spirit of adventure and discovery
by planning, training for and completing an adventurous self-sufficient journey as
part of a team. Participants choose where and how they want to do their expedition.
Our experience with Global Footprints as a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award activity provider has been nothing short of exceptional. Their dedicated team provide expert guidance, engaging activities, and a supportive environment that helps our participants develop essential skills, confidence, and resilience. From outdoor expeditions to skill-building workshops, every aspect of the program is well-organised and inspiring.
George Spencer Academy
The team’s passion for youth development truly shines through, ensuring that every participant not only meets the DofE requirements but also gains invaluable life experiences along the way. We highly recommend Global Footprints to anyone looking for a trusted and professional approved activity provider!
Our trip to the French Alps for the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Qualifier Expedition with Global Footprints was amazing! The trip was well organised, balancing independence for the students with expert training and guidance from the very knowledgeable staff. The route we walked was phenomenal; physically challenging with lots of points of interest and stunning scenery. This was truly a once in a lifetime trip for our students and I would recommend Global Footprints for other schools looking to introduce adventure and broaden the horizons of its students.
Cheltenham Bournside School
We couldn't be more pleased with the incredible support and expertise Global Footprints provided in delivering the Duke of Edinburgh program for our students. From the engaging sessions held in school to the seamless execution of both the practice and qualifying walks, their team was outstanding. The instructors were exceptional—knowledgeable, supportive, and fantastic with the children. The mix of male and female instructors was particularly inspiring, encouraging our girls to fully engage with the experience and continue their interest in outdoor adventures beyond the program. Throughout the journey, our students developed essential skills, including teamwork, communication, map reading, resilience, and problem-solving. The program not only built confidence but also added immense value to their education.
Heanor Gate Science College
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