Running a Scout Troop
Week by week, thousands of ordinary people show up at Scout meetings to empower young people to learn new skills, make new friends and learn to stand on their own two feet. No two weeks are the same, but the impact you make is always great.
Quick links
Our new tool is a one-stop programme planning shop. You can use it to get organised and get going.
Whether you’re welcoming the shyest of new Scouts, or need help preparing the eldest for Explorers, we’ve got you covered.
Programme updates
To get you started with your Scouts meetings, we’ve put together a ready-made programme that you can run for 12 weeks (a full term). Your Troop will explore different aspects of the Scouts programme. They’ll get to know each other, gain new skills and try a range of different activities. Check out our new programme!
The YouShape Award makes it even easier to embed being youth shaped into your programme. At the same time, it’ll help young people work with their leaders to learn leadership skills that they’ll use for the rest of their lives.
Where to find programme resources
There are lots of resources now available to support leaders deliver amazing programmes, here’s a list of places to find information and things you could try.
Help support our goal to deliver more young people the skills they need in life