Squirrels - 4-6 years

Being a Squirrel

Squirrels are where the adventure begins!

For 4 - 6 year olds, being a Squirrels means trying new things, making new firends, and having loads of fun along the way. It's all about learning through play - building confidence, curiosity, and kindness from the very start. 

Squirrels take their first steps into the Scouts family, starting their journey with teamwork, creativity, and those all important Skills For Life.

Who are Squirrels?

Squirrels are the youngest members of the Scouts, aged 4 - 6. 

They are full of energy, curiosity, and BIG ideas. Being a Squirrels is all about exploring those ideas in a safe, supportive space. 

Squirrels:

• Try new things and learn through play

• Make friends and feel part of a team

• Get active and explore the world around them

• Build confidence and resilience

• Discover how to be kind and help others

Each week, they gather in groups called Squirrel Dreys, where they laugh, play and learn together. 

What do Squirrels get up to?

Being a Squirrel means having fun while learning the Skills for Life that help you grow up happy, brave and curious. Here's just a glimpse of what your Squirrel could be getting up to: 

Exploring the world around them. 

From bug hunts in our local area to nature trails in the park, Squirrels love to get outdoors. They splash in puddles, collect leaves, build dens and look up at the stars. They are learning to appreciate the world around them and how to care for it too!

Playing and learning together. 

Squirrels learn best when they are doing especially when they are doing things together. That could mean crafting something brilliant, building with natural materials, listening to the wonders of a story or sining songs around a camp fire. It's all abouot developing confidence, creativity and independence.

Helping others in small ways. 

Squirrels learn that they have the power to make a difference. That could be tidying up, helping a friend or saying something kind. They are learning to be thoughtful, caring and community-minded. Its one small step at a time. 

Volunteer with Squirrels

Our Drey is led by an adult volunteer who is supported by a team of other volunteers who plan activities, share skills and keep everyone safe and supported. It's usually difficult to tell who is having more fun the adults or our young people. 

Some volunteers go by fun nicknames while others use their real names. But most importantly every volunteer helps to create a warm, welcoming place where our young people can thrive.

You don't need to know how to pitch a tent or tie a knot - just bring buckets of enthusiasm , a sense of fun and a willingness to help. Whether it's story telling, organising snacks, or lending a hand behind the scenes, there is absolutely a place for you on the team!

Interested in helping out? 

Find out about becoming an adult volunteer