SFK × SWIM:ED · FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Swimming lessons
at your school

Swimming and water-safety lessons in a heated pop-up pool, brought to your school.

Our ambition is for every child we work with to be able to swim before they leave school.

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A child practising with a ball in an official Swim:ED pool — Swimming practice with Swim:ED

FOR SCHOOLS

Swimming Showcase — December 2026

Join us for our December swimming showcase for schools. Get in touch for details.

Enquire about the swimming showcase

The enclosed Swim:ED pool structure on school grounds — Swim:ED pool on school grounds

THE POOL AND YOUR SITE

A pool on your school grounds

Bring swimming into the school day and reduce the need for off-site journeys.

The heated pool sits inside a secure temporary structure. Children have lessons on school grounds, without travelling to an off-site pool.

We assess the space and access at your school and discuss changing facilities, water and power before agreeing the setup.

Ask about your school’s site

WHAT THE LESSONS COVER

Swimming skills and water safety

Lessons include swimming practice, water safety and pupil assessments.

Swimming and water safetyTeaching aligned with school swimming curriculum expectations.
Supported lessonsQualified swimming instructors and lifeguards deliver the programme.
Progress you can understandPupil assessments and reporting help schools understand development and next steps.
Planning around your pupilsDiscuss learning needs, pre-teaching and top-up support when choosing a programme.

A child enjoying a splash during an official Swim:ED session — A Swim:ED swimming session

Wide view across the Swim:ED pool beneath colourful bunting inside the enclosed structure — Inside a Swim:ED pool

GETTING STARTED

How it works

Tell us about your schoolShare your pupil numbers, year groups and preferred term.
Assess the siteDiscuss space, access and the practical arrangements for your school.
Agree the programmeChoose the duration, pupil groups and any additional support.
Set up and teachThe pool and structure are installed before swimming delivery begins.
Review progressUse pupil assessments and reporting to understand outcomes.

CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAMME

Programme options

Compare the lengths and pupil numbers below, then contact us about your school.

Swim:ED programme options
Duration	Programme	Pupil groups	Additional support
3 weeks	Core programme	60–90 pupils	Intensive swimming teaching
5 weeks	Core programme + 2 weeks	Core group of 60–90 pupils	Pre-teaching and top-up lessons
6 weeks	Two 3-week programmes	120–180 pupils across two groups	Core teaching for each group
7 weeks	Two programmes + 1 week	Two-group programme	Extra pre-teaching or top-up lessons

Ask us about after-school swimming clubs and temporary changing rooms. We’ll confirm the arrangements and cost in your school’s quote.

Find the right programme

SWIM:ED SCHOOL FEEDBACK

What schools say about Swim:ED

Feedback from schools taking part in the Swim:ED programme.

“Swimming progress and attainment have improved at an incredible rate”

Bonar Caswell · PE Lead
Willows County Primary School

“saving us logistical challenges and assisting Year 6 attendance”

Ian Griffiths · Deputy Head
Timberley Primary Academy

Read the published Swim:ED feedback

SWIM:ED REPORT

Swim:ED impact report 2024/25

Read Swim:ED’s report on pupil progress and school experiences during 2024/25.

Read the impact report

PLANNING YOUR SCHOOL’S SWIMMING

School swimming FAQs

How much space does our school need?

Site suitability is assessed before a programme is agreed. Tell us about your available outdoor space and access so we can discuss the setup. We will confirm the requirements for your school during planning.

What about access, water and power?

Share any access restrictions and what you know about your site. We will discuss the installation and utility arrangements during the site assessment and confirm what your school needs to provide.

How are changing arrangements organised?

Temporary changing rooms are available to discuss. The arrangements for your pupils and site are agreed as part of programme planning.

Who delivers and supervises the lessons?

The programme includes qualified swimming instructors and lifeguards. School staffing responsibilities and supervision arrangements should be agreed with SFK before delivery.

Can you support pupils with additional needs?

Keep your initial enquiry general and ask us how to discuss pupils’ learning, accessibility and support needs securely. We will discuss appropriate arrangements and whether pre-teaching or top-up sessions would help.

How is progress assessed?

Pupil assessments and reporting support the school in understanding swimming progress and curriculum outcomes. Discuss the reporting process and your school’s priorities when planning the programme.

How much does a programme cost?

Request a quote based on your school, programme length and practical requirements. We will confirm the proposed scope and costs before you commit.

Ask for parent information Complete the school swimming review

PRIMARY SCHOOL SWIMMING REVIEW