Silver DofE Skills Course

Next 3-month (13-week) Courses

  • Tuesdays, 5–6pm (UK time) 24 February – 19 May 2026
  • Mondays, 5–6pm (UK time) 23 March – 15 June 2026

How it works: Most weeks during term-time involve a live class. During holiday weeks, no live sessions are held; instead, these periods are dedicated to independent writing tasks. You will receive a full, week-by-week timetable after enrolment.

Silver

3-month course: £145

About the Course

This course meets the Skills section requirements for the DofE Silver Award. You’ll explore fiction, poetry and life writing, developing your unique writing voice, refining your style and expanding your storytelling abilities.

Each week includes:

  • A live 1-hour creative writing workshop during the term
  • Independent writing tasks during half-term and holidays
  • A final writing project
  • A completed DofE Assessor’s Report at the end of the course

Age

Silver is for those aged 15+ years *

* If you aren’t 15 yet but are in the school year in which your peer group turn fifteen, you can start a Silver 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 course duration, please get in touch with us.