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School Swimming Program - Tuesday 18th - Friday 24th March

This year our 9-day school swimming program will commence on Tuesday, 18th March and run until Friday, 28th March. Years 3,4 & 5 will complete the full 9-day program. Year 1 students will attend for 4 days (Tuesday 18th - Friday 21st), and Year 2 will attend for 5 days (Monday 24th - Friday 28th)

This is a curriculum-based program; therefore, we ask that families do not attend lessons during the swimming program.

Some important considerations include:

Clothing items are to be clearly labelled with your child’s name.
Students may wear their PE uniform to and from school for the duration of the swimming program.
A bathing cap is essential – students will not be permitted to swim without a cap.
Students will walk to and from the venue under the supervision of school staff.
Children should bring a plastic bag in which to put their wet bathers, bathing cap and wet towel.
Goggles (may be worn when permitted by the instructor).
Students may wear bathers to school, however, they will require clean underclothes to change into - students are not to wear wet bathers underneath their school uniform: it would be beneficial if families support us by encouraging their children to dry and dress themselves at home in preparation for the swimming program.
Sunscreen must be worn and will be supplied by the school, but it is the responsibility of each student to apply it - help will be provided (if required) for Year 1 and 2 students.

Students will experience a variety of activities aimed at increasing confidence in the water and improving swimming skills. The Swimming Program is part of our Physical Education Curriculum and all students are expected to participate.

Parents of any Year 6 student who believe their child would benefit by being involved in this program, which is aimed at developing a recognized and efficient swimming technique, are asked to please contact Mrs Aylott or the school office prior to Friday 7th March. This involvement would be applicable for any Year 6 student who is not a competent, confident swimmer. Any Year 6 student would join the Year 5 class in their sessions.