Launching at Water Orton Scouts early 2026
We are ready to open!
We are in the final stages of preparing to open Squirrels for Girls and Boys aged 4 to 6to join us. We will open with an initial 8 places based on the current number of adult volunteers. We will share more information with everyone on our waiting list as we get closer to opening in early 2026.
Do you want to guarantee your young person a place?
Anyone who volunteers to join the Squirrel Volunteer Team can secure a guaranteed place when we open.
We offer training, support, and a fun team to be part of. If you are interested, contact us, and we can tell you more.
Will you be our next Squirrels volunteer?
Volunteering’s not just about giving back – the benefits go both ways. Amazing volunteers run all of our activities. Volunteering lets you try new things, meet new people, and make a difference. We know that volunteering is #GoodForYou because when you volunteer, you’ll:
- Do something good for your community and yourself.
- Gain skills for the future.
- Spend time with your children or gain experience with young people.
- Make friends.
- Make memories.
Volunteering will keep your body and brain active as you make a huge difference in young people’s lives. You will help them develop skills for life and learn a whole lot about themselves along the way.
It doesn’t matter if you want to get involved regularly or help out occasionally – we can find the right fit for you
Latest News
We have enough adult support and interest to open early in 2026. Training and support will be given.
If you are interested in supporting the opening of Squirrels.
Being a Squirrel
Squirrels are a completely new provision for 4 to 6-year-olds, Girls & Boys. There are plenty of reasons to get stuck in, as Squirrels gives young people a chance to:
- Make friends.
- Have fun in and outdoors.
- Learn new things.
- Earn badges through fun activities.
The programme
Take a sneak peek at the amazingly adventurous, fun-packed skills-building programme.
Uniform
Squirrels red for the uniform as it’s so closely associated with the red squirrel animal, it’s highly visible to keep children safe, and the bright primary colour appeals to children of all genders.
Badges and Awards
Get an introduction to outdoor activities, have the opportunity to be creative, explore your local community and experience the excitement of a Beaver Scout sleepover with your friends.
Moving up to Beavers
Eventually, it’ll be time to say farewell to Beavers and embrace your next big adventure.
