Sport and Healthy Living
We believe in the value of learning by doing.
There are 5 principles that run throughout our programme. These are known as the 5 essentials.
- Working together in small groups.
- Encouraging self-government and decision-making.
- A balanced and varied programme which is people-led.
- Caring for the individual.
- Sharing a commitment to a common standard.
These principles help us to deliver the objectives for the 6 development areas in the educational framework. They apply to all young members and volunteers.
We help young people to reach their full potential by promoting 6 areas of their development.
As we plan and run activities covering different areas of the framework, we should also use the 5 essentials which will help us fulfil these objectives.
- Spiritual development - young people develop their spiritual identity while understanding and respecting the spiritual choices of others.
- Social development - young people learn to take responsibility for themselves and others, become reliable team members and confident leaders.
- Emotional development - through fun and friendship, young people develop their self-esteem and gain self-confidence, building respect for themselves and each other.
- Physical development - young people develop their mental, physical and emotional well-being through a range of active experiences.
- Moral development - young people develop their understanding of what is right and wrong and develop their sense of conduct.
- Intellectual development - through the activities and challenges they experience, young people become adept at processing information, making decisions and self-reflection.