East Kilbride Old Parish Church
All leaders have the necessary guiding qualifications and are trained in child protection.
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The 17TH EK Brownies belong to West Lanarkshire Girlguiding County, which is part of the wider Girlguiding UK organisation.
Brownies welcomes girls ages 7 to 10 for nonstop fun, learning, and adventure.
Brownies is full of firsts: your child can explore their creative side, get out into the great outdoors, and learn to look after themselves, others, and the world we live in.
They might grow their first plant, bake their first cake, put up (and take down) their first tent, or go on their first fun-packed weekend away with a guide. There's something for every girl!
Brownies think big, be bold and try their best.
Brownies follow a programme. Around 60% of what girls do in regular unit meetings (local groups where Brownies meet) is our programme. It’s created with girls and is full of fun, adventure, and variety. Our programme for Brownies encourages fun whilst developing new skills.
They participate in fun activities, play games, and earn skills-building badges, all while supported by our trained volunteers who give their time free of charge.
Your child could get skills builder badges in themes such as camping, communication, and first aid. They can even earn badges at home, such as aviation, performing, and inventing.
Many units split girls into small groups called sixes for some activities, and as your child gets older, they'll have a chance to become the sixer or seconder, who leads a six.
The 17th EK Brownies participate in a wide range of activities, including celebrating Chinese New Year and making paper lanterns with battery-powered tea lights. They also host an annual Burns Supper with traditional and vegetarian haggis for sampling, and some of the girls entertain the unit with poems and dance. Our activities often align with Scottish traditions and celebrations throughout the year.
In February, the Brownies make cards to give to family members or friends to celebrate Valentine's Day. They also earn badges that support their personal development, such as the mindfulness badge. Part of Girlguiding's ethos is to share and help others. As part of our programme, the Brownies prepare ‘Gratitude Jars’ that are decorated and filled with items they are grateful for, including family, friends, home, education, food, and our natural world.
If you wish to find out more about Brownies and Girlguiding, or apply to join a unit, please visit www.GirlguidingUK
