{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EBetween the ages of 5\u00BE and 6\u00BD, it\u0027s usually time for Squirrels to move up to Beaver. 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 Beavers is a really exciting time, but you might also feel a little sad about saying farewell to some of your fellow Squirrels. 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 Squirrels, your Squirrel leader will talk to your new Beaver 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 Squirrels move up to Beavers between the ages of 5\u00BE and 6 \u00BD, leaders can be flexible in cases where a Squirrel 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 Beaver section, while keeping up your normal routine at Squirrels. During that time, you\u2019ll see what Beavers 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 Squirrels!\u003C/p\u003E","label":"I\u2019m a Squirrel moving on to Beavers. 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 can provide what you need to find a new Drey or 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 Drey?"},{"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 Squirrel with additional needs. I\u2019m not sure they\u2019re ready for Beavers. 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