The Scout Method
The scout method is the way we do Scouting, it is an educational framework unique to Scouting that consists of eight elements which work together as a system to provide...
Safeguarding Children and Young People
Read docmuents about Safeguarding Here... Scouting Ireland has an obligation to all its members to provide an environment within which Scouting activities can be enjoyed in a safe, non-discriminatory and...
Adults Working with Young People
We have a duty of care for our youth members and there are specific requirements which must be met in this regard when adults (people who have reached their 18th...
A Scouting Organisation
Select a topic to find out more about it Scout Groups The Company Committees and Teams General Meetings Policies Forms Charity Registration The Association Transition
Supporting Youth Programme
Ages 6, 7, 8 Beaver Scouts Ages (15) 16, 17 Venture Scouts Ages 9, 10, 11 Cub Scouts Ages 18 through 25 Rover Scouts Ages 12, 13, 14 (15) Scouts...
Risks, Accidents, Incidents
Risk Management Many Scouting activities, by their nature, contain an element of risk. It is important that this risk is properly identified, assessed and managed to reduce the likelihood of...
International
One of the many things that make our movement unique is that it is part of a world organisation, the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM). Getting involved in...
Meeting Place and Equipment
Your Scout Group will need a range of resources to operate successfully. In particular you will need access to a meeting place and you will need equipment to pursue an...
Communication
Communication is essential for any organisation and it is crucial to have an effective communication structure within your own Scout Group or Scout County. Internal Communication - Scouters, youth members,...
Ceremonies
Ceremonies play a very important role in the life of a Scout Group. They usually take place to mark special occasions for a youth member, adult or some part of...