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National Drowning Prevention Week is an annual campaign led by the Royal Life Saving Society UK<\/a> (RLSS UK). It\u2019s designed to raise awareness of water safety and help prevent accidental drownings across the UK.<\/p>\n The campaign provides essential water safety information, encourages parents to talk to their children about the risks, and offers practical advice that can make all the difference in an emergency. It\u2019s also a vital opportunity for swim schools, communities and schools to come together in promoting life-saving education.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This year, National Drowning Prevention Week runs from 14th to 21st June 2025. It comes just before the summer holidays, when children are more likely to spend time in and around open water \u2013 from beaches and lakes to rivers and swimming pools.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cindysswimschool.co.uk\/staging2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC0106.jpg” alt=”school holiday swimming course fun” title_text=”_DSC0106″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n At Cindy\u2019s Swim School, we are deeply passionate about equipping every child with the essential skill of swimming. We believe learning to swim is not just a fun activity or a milestone to tick off \u2013 it\u2019s a lifelong skill that can save lives.<\/p>\n Drowning is a real risk \u2013 especially in summer<\/strong><\/p>\n According to RLSS UK:<\/p>\n In the past few months, London has already witnessed several heartbreaking incidents where children have tragically lost their lives after getting into difficulty in the River Thames and swimming in lakes. These stories hit painfully close to home \u2013 and they are stark reminders of why water safety education is so important.\u00a0<\/p>\n Drowning is silent, fast, and all too often preventable. We want to ensure that no child leaves our swim school without the knowledge and skills they need to stay safe in and around water. We also want to try and educate children in the local area who have never attended our swimming lessons.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This year, we\u2019re proud to launch a series of new initiatives to support the goals of National Drowning Prevention Week and keep children in our community safe:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We\u2019re thrilled to be offering content from the RLSS UK\u2019s Rookie Lifeguard Programme for children at Stage 4 and above. This programme is a fantastic way to build confidence and teach vital water safety and lifesaving skills in a fun and engaging way.<\/p>\n Some of the topics we\u2019ll cover include:<\/p>\n This training not only improves swimming ability, but also teaches children how to think clearly and act responsibly in potentially dangerous situations.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As part of our outreach, Cindy\u2019s Swim School has produced 8,000 water safety magnets, which will be distributed to schools across South London during National Drowning Prevention Week as shown below:\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cindysswimschool.co.uk\/staging2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/CSSmagnet.png” title_text=”CSSmagnet” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Each magnet features the four key steps of the Water Safety Code:<\/p>\n Stop and Think<\/strong> \u2013 Always take a moment to assess the risks before entering the water.<\/p>\n Stay Together<\/strong> \u2013 Swim with a friend or an adult \u2013 never alone.<\/p>\n Call 999<\/strong> \u2013 Know how to get help in an emergency.<\/p>\n Float<\/strong> \u2013 If you fall in, float on your back and stay calm until help arrives.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”7″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cindysswimschool.co.uk\/staging2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/National-Drowning-Prevention-Week-1.png” alt=”school holiday swimming course fun” title_text=”National Drowning Prevention Week (1)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to be by the sea to face water risks \u2013 canals, rivers, ponds, even garden paddling pools can pose dangers. Here are some practical water safety tips to help protect your children:<\/p>\n Ensure your child takes swimming lessons regularly to build strength, confidence, and awareness.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ol_position=”outside” ol_item_indent=”20px” module_id=”8″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”ABeeZee||||||||” ol_line_height=”1.7em” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Whether your child is just starting out or building on existing skills, National Drowning Prevention Week is a perfect opportunity to talk about water safety at home and make sure they understand the risks.<\/p>\n We\u2019re proud to be part of a movement that is helping to save lives \u2013 one lesson, one conversation, and one confident swimmer at a time.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d like to learn more about our swimming programmes or the Rookie Lifeguard sessions, please get in touch<\/a> \u2013 we\u2019d love to hear from you. 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That\u2019s why we\u2019re passionate about supporting National Drowning Prevention Week and play an active role in raising awareness about the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":11513,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" 1st July is International Joke Day today!!<\/p> At CSS, we love all things water \ud83d\udca6 So here are a few to tickle your laughing muscles and hopefully those of your swimmers!<\/p> Spread the laughs!!<\/p> - RIP boiled water\u2026.you will be mist \ud83e\udd23When is National Drowning Prevention Week 2025?<\/h3>\n
Why National Drowning Prevention Week is So Important to Us at Cindy\u2019s Swim School<\/h3>\n
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How Cindy\u2019s Swim School is Supporting National Drowning Prevention Week<\/h3>\n
RLSS Rookie Lifeguard Content Is Now Part of Our Stage 4+ Lessons<\/h3>\n
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We’re Giving 8,000 Life-Saving Water Safety Magnets for Local Schools<\/h3>\n
Water Safety Advice for Families<\/h2>\n
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Join Us in Supporting Water Safety This June<\/h2>\n
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