WHAT IS GOLF MARK?
Essendon Country club is one of only a few clubs in Hertfordshire that have been rated as High Achievers under the Golf Mark Scheme.
WHAT IS THE GOLF MARK SCHEME?
- It’s a national scheme run by England Golf, in association with Sport England
- It identifies and recognises junior and beginner friendly golf facilities
- It assesses three key areas within the golf club:
1) Coaching & Playing
2) Club Environment (including sports equity & ethics)
3) Child Protection & Duty of Care
- Clubs qualifying for Golf Mark are also recognised by Sport England as a Club Mark facility – the national standard for quality sports clubs.
WHAT’S SO GOOD ABOUT BEING JUDGED A HIGH ACHIEVER?
- It’s the highest rating available to any golf club
- It means Essendon has met additional conditions over and above the standard Golf Mark requirements
AS A MEMBER OR GUEST AT ESSENDON: WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO MY FAMILY AND ME?
- It means that independent assessors believe the club offers to everyone in the community interested in golf, whether adults or juniors:
1) A structured environment in which to develop as a player
2) A fun, enjoyable, welcoming environment
3) Access to appropriate levels of coaching and competition
4) A structured pathway for juniors into adult membership
5) Reassurance that the needs of children have been thoroughly addressed
6) A safe and organised environment for your children
