PE and Sports Premium Funding
Swimming Performance Data 2024-2025 (56 Pupils in the cohort)
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Criteria |
Percentage of pupils: |
| Can swim a distance of 25 metres without stopping and using a consistent stroke. |
100% |
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Can swim using a range of strokes accurately. |
92% |
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Can perform safe self-rescue in different water-based situations? |
93% |
FAQ's
Where and When do the children go swimming?
Swimming takes place on a Friday afternoon. The children and staff are collected from school and taken via coach to the Silksworth Pool in Sunderland for their lesson. The session lasts 1 hour and the children return to school for their Golden Time.
What do the children need to bring?
A bag containing a one piece swimming costume (girls) or trunks for boys (no loose swim shorts) and a towel. Goggles and a swim hat are optional.
Who is supervising?
As well as two school staff members, the children are supervised by two professional swimming coaches and additional lifeguards.
Where do the children get changed?
Children use changing rooms that are specifically for schools and are not open to the public.
What happens if my child can't swim?
The children are assessed and grouped by their ability with specialised coaching given to make progress and improve.
What if my child can already swim confidently?
The children are assessed and grouped by their ability with specialised coaching given to make progress and improve / refine their technique. They are also at times taken into a different pool.
What if my child needs the toilet?
Toilets are situated in the changing room next to the pool.
What if my child has medical needs?
The staff at the pool will be made aware of any existing medical conditions. School staff will also collect any medication needed from the office and take it with them to the pool.
