Bronze DofE Skills Section

Next Course Start Date

Wednesday 21 January 2026, 5-6pm
Most weeks include a live Wednesday evening class (5–6pm UK time). Some weeks are set aside for independent writing tasks. A full timetable will be provided after enrolment.

Please contact us if you would like to know about alternative dates and days beyond this.

Bronze

3-month course: £180
6-month course: £360

About the Course

You’ll explore fiction, poetry and life writing, while learning how to craft compelling stories and express your ideas with confidence. Each week includes:

  • A live 1-hour creative writing workshop during the term
  • Independent tasks to develop your writing during half-term and holidays
  • A final writing project
  • Professional, one-to-one written feedback on one piece of work (3-month course) or two pieces (6-month course)
  • A completed DofE Assessor’s Report at the end of the course

 

Course Options & Eligibility

Duration: You can choose a 3-month or 6-month course to suit your DofE Skills requirement.

Age: Bronze is for those aged 14+ years *

* If you aren’t 14 yet but are in the school year in which your peer group turn fourteen, you can start a Bronze DofE programme.

Parental Permission Required

As part of the payment process, a parent or guardian will be asked to complete a short online form to confirm enrolment. The form will request:

  • A digital signature
  • At least one emergency contact number

 

Questions?

If you’re unsure whether this course is right for you, or need help choosing your duration, get in touch with us.