Parents & carers
My child wants to join
Here's how to find the right section, get on a waiting list, and what to expect once they're in.
Find the right section by age
Squirrels
4–6Play, learn and get outdoors.
Beavers
6–8Try new things, make friends.
Cubs
8–10½Master new skills, have adventures.
Scouts
10½–14Explore the world, challenge yourself.
Explorers
14–18Take the lead, embrace change.
Network
18–25Be the best you can be.
How joining works
- 1. Find your nearest group with our group finder or postcode search.
- 2. Register your interest — it goes straight to the group's leaders.
- 3. They'll be in touch about a space or the waiting list for that section.
- 4. Come along for a few weeks to try it before you're invested.
The practical bits
- Cost
- Around £5–9 a week plus a termly fee. No one is turned away over cost — ask about help.
- Uniform
- A section jumper and our Group scarf — we'll tell you where to buy it.
- When
- Most sections meet weekly in term time. Each group lists its night and venue.
- Waiting lists
- Popular sections fill up — register early so you're on the list for a space.