I’m a leader. What can I do to welcome new members, and help others move on?
It’s easy for young people to feel like small fish in a big pond when they move to a new section. At an age where friendship is becoming an important part of a young person’s life, these small tweaks can…
I’m the parent of a Beaver with additional needs. I’m not sure they’re ready for Cubs. Is there flexibility around the age they move on?
In the right circumstances, yes. Everyone at Scouts should face a similar amount of challenge, and everyone’s individual needs are always taken in account when making decisions. More information on flexibility and reasonable adjustments can be found at scouts.org.uk/diversity. Generally, leaders…
What happens if I move to a new area and need to leave my Colony?
If you move to a new area, the Scout Information Centre can provide what you need to find a new Colony and get settled. Contact them to find out more.
I’m a Beaver moving on to Cubs. What will happen?
Moving on to Cubs is a really exciting time, but you might also feel a little sad about saying farewell to some of your fellow Beavers. This is an understandable reaction to change and it’s okay to feel nervous and…
