Croydon welcomes the new Chief Scout
Annual Census
We are pleased to confirm that following final receipt of Group returns the District numbers are up ! Membership this year has increased to 2815 showing an increase of 87 members (3.3%) We can also confirm that County is up by (3.2%) and London Region is up by (2.73%) Well done to all Groups / Units who increased membership.
A breakdown of the District / Group figures will be available for distribution at the GSL meeting on 14th April 2009.
GLSW Buddy Badge
Do you run the Buddy Badge in your Group? I understand that badges are back in stock at Hewitts and they are free of charge to Groups. Please push the Buddy Badge initiative with your Group / Section, click here for more information.
Welcome to Croydon Scouting
Croydon Scouting is the largest Scout District in the County of GLSW. We provide quality Scouting to over 2000 young people in the areas of Purley, Selsdon, Croydon, Coulsdon, Crystal Palace, Upper Norwood, Norbury and Thornton Heath. We offer the full 5 Scouting Sections, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorer Scouts and Scout Network. The District is also supported by the District Scout Fellowship. Click the buttons to read more about each of these Sections.
This site is under development, however we will endeavour to keep it clear and precise and make it easy to navigate through the various pages. Any new pages or important information will be noted in the latest news column.
Join the Adventure
If you or a young person, would like to become part of Scouting in our District and would like further information then please complete our contact us form. The form is for use by both adults and young people. To access this form, please click here.
The Scout Fellowship
What is the Fellowship and who can join?
Any adult aged 18 + can become a member of the the Scout Fellowship. Members could be existing and former Leaders and Administrators. Parents of Members and former Members, members of the Scout Network, friends who have come along and enjoyed themselves, in fact just about anyone!
Many people join the Fellowship because they want to stay in contact with, and provide support to Scouting but are perhaps not able to fulfil a regular or weekly commitment in Scouting.
http://www.croydonscouting.org.uk/fellowship.php
Adults in Scouting
One myth about Scouting is that Groups are closing down, due to a lack of young people wanting to become Members. Scouting in the UK is a growing Movement and we currently have 30,000 young people on our waiting lists simply because we do not have enough adults to help out. With you help, we can provide more quality Scouting to those who want it.
For more information on joining Scouting, please click here and contact us for more information.
Lets put the 'OUT' back in ScOUTing !
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Latest News
Next GSL Meeting 16/07/09 - Pinewood 8.00pm
Please ensure that your Group / Unit is represented. During the meeting there will be presentations on the new appointment process and the Jack Petchey Award Scheme.
Jack Petchey Award Scheme
Low Emission Zone (LEZ)
If your Group / Unit has a minibus, please see this statement from Transport for London.
Fleeces and Hoodies
A range of fleeces and hoodies are available with an embroidered 'Croydon Scouting' logo.
Please click here , if you wish to purchase any items of clothing.
Flying High
The Civil Service request training from Croydon Scouting to help with attaching and flying flags from their buildings.
Adult Training
Click here to go to the GLSW website and select 'Adult Training' from the the left hand column to check the dates and courses available.
Croydon School Dates
The term and holiday dates for Croydon Schools are available to download from here
GLSW Boat Register
If your Scout Group / Explorer Unit have boats or canoes, they need to be registered with the County. Please contact Robin Corti to arrange inspection rob.corti@btinternet.com
New Commissioner for Croydon
Steve French takes over as District Commissioner from 1st January 2009. He can be contacted by email on croydondc@easy.com
District Safety Sub-Committee
Some Scout Groups have still not responded to either the initial Health & Safety survey held in April or the full survey held in July 2008. All Groups have received a USB pen drive with electronic versions of vital Health & Safety resource material. Copies of Group Health & Safety Policies or Declarations of Health & Safety Management will be required from all Groups by 30th June 2009.
Nights Away Permits
A majority of the Nights Away Permits in the District have expired. All Leaders holding a Nights Away Permit will shortly receive a letter from the District to advise the process needed to renew a permit. All Group Scout Leaders will also receive a copy of this letter. Please remember that you cannot hold a Nights Away Experience without a valid Nights Away Permit.
Leader Training
Please be pro-active with your Woodbadge Training. If you have items of training outstanding, please contact your Training Adviser or Training Manager and work with them to help resolve this matter.


