The Cub Scout Promise
After attending meetings for a few weeks, members will make their promise as part of an investiture ceremony.
The Promise is a simple way to help young people and adults keep the Fundamentals of Scouting in mind. The Promise is the oath taken by all Members as they commit to sharing the values of Scouting. The concepts of the Scout Law and an introduction to the values and purpose of Scouting are presented through the use of games, storytelling and other informal devices. Many members also renew their promise on an annual basis, traditionally at a St. Georges Day service, meeting or outdoor activity.
There are a number of variations of the promise to reflect the range of faiths, beliefs and attitudes; and nationalities in the UK within Scouting. Each version is written to be appropriate to the broad level of understanding of each of the age groups within the Movement. We believe that this approach is inclusive. Celebrating and understanding difference, including difference in faiths and beliefs, is an important aspect of the educational and developmental side of Scouting.
If you would like your child to make a specific promise, please discuss it with the leader.
I promise that I will do my best to do my duty to God
and to the Queen,
to help other people
and to keep the Cub Scout Law.
I promise that I will do my best
to do my duty to my Dharma
and to the Queen,
to help other people
and to keep the Cub Scout Law.
I promise that I will do my best
to uphold our Scout values,
to do my duty to the Queen,
to help other people
and to keep the Cub Scout Law.
I promise that I will do my best
to do my duty to Allah
and to the Queen,
to help other people
and to keep the Cub Scout Law.
If another form of wording is required, the leader of your local Cub Pack may be able to discuss this with The Scout Association’s Programme and Development Department.
The Cub Scout Law
Cub Scouts always do their best
Think of others before themselves
And do a good turn every day.
The Cub Scout Motto
Be Prepared
