“The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has long been known for its inspiring outdoor challenges that give young people valuable life experiences and skills. What is less well known is the life changing work they do in the community with young people who have additional support needs.
The Gannochy Trust has been long term supporters of The Perth & Kinross Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Association, with core and project grants going back to 1983. Based on the Gannochy Estate in the Trust’s previous office facilities, the Association has been offering a series of outdoor learning programmes at venues across the region, including an inspiring project called Starfish Way at the Megginch Castle Estate, owned by the Drummond-Herdman Family.
Wendy Jackson, Operations Manager at The Perth & Kinross Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Association said: “We quickly recognised a need to offer a free skills development platform for vulnerable young people. These children and young adults often struggle at school, they may struggle with learning/behavioural challenges or have other support needs that include abuse, poverty or young caring roles. This is why we developed a programme of bespoke outdoor learning experiences that cater to their needs.”
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