KEW SCOUT GROUP

Introduction

The Kew Scout Group is a UK nonprofit organisation registered under charity number 303817. It provides scouting activities for young people in and around the Kew area of Surrey.

Purpose

The group aims to provide indoor and outdoor educational and recreational activities, aligning with the Scout Association's training program and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. This includes fostering personal development and teamwork skills among its members.

Age Groups

The organisation caters to various age groups through its different scouting sections:

• Beavers: For children aged 6-8 years.
• Cubs: For children aged 8-10.5 years.
• Scouts: For children aged 10.5-14.5 years.
• Young Leaders: For individuals aged 14.5-18 years, who assist in leading younger sections.

Activities and Fees

Activities include weekly meetings and occasional camps. Fees for each section are:

• Beavers: £25 per term.
• Cubs: £35 per term.
• Scouts: £45 per term. Camps incur additional costs, typically ranging from £50-100 for a weekend, depending on the activities involved.

Leadership and Safety

All leaders within the group are volunteers who have undergone extensive training and DBS checks. For adventurous activities, the group either uses externally qualified individuals or its own leaders with appropriate qualifications.

History and Location

The Kew Scout Group has been based in Kew village since 1928, utilizing its location to organize local camps and activities within the Richmond area.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=303817&subid=0 [2] https://www.kewscouts.com [3] https://www.scouts.org.uk/groups/10014701?loc=mortlake&slug=Kew [4] https://www.richmondscouts.org.uk/about-us/groups/kew [5] http://kew.scoutsites.org.uk