The Duke of Edinburgh Scheme is a popular activity within the school. It gives pupils the chance to learn many new skills.
There are three levels to the DofE - Bronze, Silver and Gold - and all levels test a variety of skills and activities.
Mount pupils choose activities from volunteering, physical, skills activities and the all important expedition. DofE expeditions have occured in the nearby Peak District countryside which test candidates team and leadership skills, not to mention giving pupils lots more confidence.