Children’s Mental Health Week takes place from 9th to 15th February 2026. This year’s theme, “This Is My Place”, focuses on how communities can create an environment that gives children and young people a sense of belonging. Has your child found their happy place? At...
At Cindy’s Swim School, we know that learning to swim can genuinely change your life. We also understand how overwhelming it can feel to take that very first step toward the water. The good news? You’re not alone. We work with adults every single week who are taking...
Are you interested in booking after school swimming lessons for your child? Perhaps your child is starting school, and you’re wondering what to do about swimming lessons? Many parents face the same dilemma: should you start after school lessons, take a break from...
At Cindy’s, one of the most common questions our swimming teachers hear is: “My child is nervous in the water. How can I help build their confidence at swimming lessons?” If this sounds familiar, you're not alone and the good news is there are ways to help. It's...
Here at Cindy’s Swim School, holiday swimming crash courses are a very popular and powerful part of our swimming programme and indeed a child’s swimming journey. By packing 4 or 5 weeks' worth of progress into just a few intensive swimming lessons, we often see...
At Cindy’s Swim School (CSS), we believe that learning to swim is about far more than just technique – it’s about safety, confidence, and giving children a skill that could one day save their life. That’s why we’re passionate about supporting National Drowning...
Did you know that 96% of children stop swimming lessons too soon? According to the latest research from Swim England, 3.4 million children aged 7 to 11 who quit lessons fail to meet the recommended swimming standards. At Cindy’s, we understand the incredible benefits...
Once kids have mastered the basics and can swim confidently, it’s easy to assume that swimming lessons are no longer needed. But don’t stop swimming lessons just yet! Why it's valuable to keep up the swimming lessons Swimming lessons for older kids offer incredible...
Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old preschooler and wonder if now is the right time to start swimming lessons? You’re in the right place! We’ve gathered everything you need to know to help you decide whether swimming lessons are the right step for your little one. You can...
We’re passionate about building confidence and water safety skills, and this is perhaps most important for our youngest swimmers. Parent and Baby swimming is a wonderful activity to enjoy together, and below we've compiled some frequently asked questions to help mums,...