{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EBetween the ages of 7\u00BD and 8\u00BD, it\u0027s usually time for Beavers to move up to Cubs. Here\u0027s what to expect when the time comes.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EMoving on to Cubs is a really exciting time, but you might also feel a little sad about saying farewell to some of your fellow Beavers. This is an understandable reaction to change and it\u2019s okay to feel nervous and unsure.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the run-up to your last night at Beavers, your Beaver leader will talk to your new Cub leader \u2013 who you may have already met during joint activities. Together, they\u2019ll make the move as easy as possible for you.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAlthough most Beavers move up to Cubs between the ages of 7 \u00BD and 8 \u00BD, leaders can be flexible in cases where a Beaver may need a bit more time due to additional needs or exceptional circumstances. Generally, they\u0027ll also have a think about when your friends are moving, and time things so that you can start your new adventure together where possible.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETo get you extra prepared, your leader might tell you about the Moving on Award. Completing it involves spending at least three weeks with a Cub section, while keeping up your normal routine at Beavers. During that time, you\u2019ll see what Cubs is really like \u2013 getting to know your new leaders, making new friends and participating in lots of new and exciting activities. Keep an eye out, as you might even spot some familiar faces from when you first started at Beavers!\u003C/p\u003E","label":"I\u2019m a Beaver moving on to Cubs. What will happen?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you move to a new area, the\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/contact-us/\u0022 title=\u0022Contact us\u0022\u003EScout Support Centre\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0can provide what you need to find a new Colony and get settled. Contact them to find out more.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"What happens if I move to a new area and need to leave my Colony?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIn the right circumstances, yes. Everyone at Scouts should face a similar amount of challenge, and everyone\u2019s individual needs are always taken in account when making decisions. More information on flexibility and reasonable adjustments can be found at\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/inclusion-and-diversity/\u0022 title=\u0022Inclusion and Diversity\u0022\u003Escouts.org.uk/diversity\u003C/a\u003E. Generally, leaders will keep to the suggested age ranges, unless young people need a little extra time due to additional needs or exceptional circumstances.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen the time to take the leap does come, our\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/inclusion-and-diversity/supporting-those-with-additional-needs-and-neurodiversity/communication-and-interaction/visual-supports/\u0022 title=\u0022Visual Supports\u0022\u003Evisual resources\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0are ideal for those who need a bit of extra help. They\u2019re particularly useful for young people with additional needs \u2013 and young people on the\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/inclusion-and-diversity/supporting-those-with-additional-needs-and-neurodiversity/communication-and-interaction/autism/\u0022 title=\u0022Autism\u0022\u003Eautism spectrum\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0- especially if prone to increased anxiety around change.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"I\u2019m the parent of a Beaver with additional needs. I\u2019m not sure they\u2019re ready for Cubs. 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