Education Swimming Programme
At Hull Culture & Leisure, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to become a confident, capable swimmer. Our Education Swimming Programme provides high-quality, engaging swimming lessons that help pupils develop essential swimming techniques while learning vital water safety skills that could one day save a life.
Building Confidence. Developing Lifesaving Skills.
Delivered by experienced, qualified instructors, our lessons are structured, inclusive and enjoyable, creating a positive learning environment where every child can build confidence in the water.
Our programmes are delivered across our swimming facilities including:
- Albert Avenue Pools & Fitness
- Beverley Road Baths
- Woodford Leisure Centre
Why Choose Our Swimming Programme?
Our swimming lessons are designed to support schools in meeting National Curriculum requirements while giving pupils an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Every programme includes:
- National Curriculum aligned swimming lessons
- Qualified swimming instructors
- RLSS qualified pool lifeguard on duty
- Structured lesson plans suitable for all abilities
- Video learning resources and parent assessment forms
- Classroom resources and downloadable worksheets
- Achievement certificates to celebrate progress
- DBS checked and safeguarding trained staff
Supporting The National Curriculum
Swimming and water safety are statutory elements of the National Curriculum for Physical Education.
Our programme helps pupils achieve the three key curriculum outcomes:
- Swim Competently - Develop the confidence and ability to swim at least 25 metres.
- Use a Range of Strokes - Learn and improve a variety of recognised swimming strokes.
- Water Safety & Self-Rescue - Develop essential knowledge and practical self-rescue skills to stay safe in and around water.
Education Swim Packages
We offer flexible packages to suit the needs of your school.
| Package 1 - Complete Swimming Programme | 10-Day Swimming Lessons |
Designed for up to 36 pupils, this package provides a complete programme aimed at enabling children to confidently swim a minimum of 25 metres using a variety of recognised strokes on both their front and back. Ideal for schools delivering their full swimming curriculum. |
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| Package 2 - Swimming Top-Up Programme | 5-Day Swimming Lessons |
Designed for up to 30 pupils, this programme provides additional swimming lessons for pupils who have not yet achieved the National Curriculum expectation of swimming 25 metres. A perfect solution for supporting pupils who need additional confidence and practice. |
Flexible Session Times
Schools can choose from a range of convenient session times.
| Morning Sessions | Ideal for larger year groups, with multiple session times available and capacity for up to 36 pupils per session. |
Available at: Albert Avenue Pools & Fitness |
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| Afternoon Sessions | Suitable for classes of up to 36 pupils. |
Available at: Albert Avenue Pools & Fitness Beverley Road Baths Woodford Leisure Centre |
More Than Swimming Lessons
Our programme doesn’t just teach children how to swim, it helps them develop confidence, resilience and lifelong water safety awareness.
Through engaging, structured lessons pupils will:
- Build confidence in the water
- Improve physical wellbeing
- Learn essential water safety knowledge
- Develop practical lifesaving skills
- Achieve recognised National Curriculum outcomes
- Enjoy a fun and supportive learning environment
Book Your School’s Swimming Programme
Give your pupils the opportunity to develop a skill for life.
Our Education Swimming Programme supports schools in delivering outstanding swimming provision while helping children become safer, stronger and more confident around water.
Contact our Education Team today to discuss your school’s requirements and book your swimming package.
Email: Education@hcandl.co.uk
Phone: 01482 615203