How to Join Bradford South Scouts (Young People)

Overview

Bradford South Scouts offers fun, adventure, and skills for life to young people aged 4–18. This guide explains how parents/carers can find a local section, register interest, and understand the joining process.

1. Who Can Join?

Young people can join the following sections:

• Squirrels (4–6)

• Beavers (6–8)

• Cubs (8–10½)

• Scouts (10½–14)

• Explorers (14–18)

Each group may run different sections, and waiting list times vary.

2. Find Your Nearest Scout Group

Use our local Bradford South Group Locator:

https://bradfordsouthscouts.org.uk/locator/

Enter your postcode or explore the map to see:

• Nearby Scout Groups

• Sections offered

• Contact details and meeting locations

3. Register Your Child to Join

Once you’ve checked nearby groups, complete our online join form:

Join Form:
https://bradfordsouthscouts.org.uk/contact-us/

Please include:

• Young person’s name & date of birth

• Your contact details

• Preferred group/section

• Any accessibility or additional needs

Your enquiry will be sent directly to our District Joining Team.

4. What Happens Next?

A volunteer from the group or our District Joining Team will:

• Confirm available spaces or position on a waiting list

• Offer alternative groups if necessary

• Invite you to a taster session when a place is available

• Provide details about meetings, uniform, subs, and events

If the section is full, your child will remain on the waiting list until a space opens.

5. Costs and Uniform

Most groups charge:

• Subs (monthly or termly)

• Uniform costs (varies by section)

• Optional extras such as camps or activity days

If cost is a barrier, please speak with the section leader; support is available.

6. Additional Needs & Accessibility

Bradford South Scouts is committed to being inclusive.
Please tell us about any accessibility, medical, or support needs so we can help your child take part fully.

7. Need Help or Didn’t Hear Back?

Main Joining Email:
join@bradfordsouthscouts.org.uk

Escalation (District Leadership & Volunteer Team):
dlv.team@bradfordsouthscouts.org.uk