We Are SWIM - Goldsworth Primary School Swimming Pool

We Are SWIM - Goldsworth Primary School Swimming Pool is a wonderful facility located in Woking, New Zealand. In collaboration with Woking Borough Council and with funding from Sport England, the enclosed pool was officially opened in September 2011 and can be used all year round. They are fortunate to have this facility and their goal is to make it accessible to both the school and the local community.

The swimming pool itself is 15m × 6m and has a depth range from 96 cm to 106 cm. There is also a stepped side area that is 60 cm deep. The water temperature is maintained at a comfortable 30C. Additionally, the pool features showers, communal changing rooms, and toilet facilities within the enclosure, providing convenience and comfort to all users.

As part of Goldsworth Primary School's curriculum, all children receive between 12 and 16 swimming lessons each year. These lessons are led by qualified swimming teachers who aim to ensure that all children are able to swim 25 metres unaided before they graduate from Goldsworth. A detailed swimming progression document is available on their website, offering transparent information on the skills and milestones achieved in the lessons.

In addition to the curriculum-based swimming lessons, the school also offers an after-school swimming programme. This programme caters to children of all skill levels, ranging from complete beginners still using armbands to those ready to progress to a larger, deeper pool. Currently, over 90 children participate in this programme, benefiting from the additional opportunity to develop their swimming abilities.

The We Are SWIM pool is also utilised by various swim schools throughout the year. One such swim school is Baby Splash, which focuses on introducing babies, toddlers, and children up to 6 years old to the water in a safe, fun, and relaxed environment. Purely Swimming offers adult swimming lessons using the Shaw Method, which emphasises good alignment of the body and spine while swimming efficiently. We Are Swim, another swim school utilising the pool, aims to build confidence and skills while maintaining a fun atmosphere.

They offer fully qualified teachers and a friendly relaxed environment for learning. Whippersplashers Swim School caters to children aged 6 months to 9 years old, with lessons available during term time on Sunday afternoons. Finally, Woking Swimming Club also conducts its Learn to Swim programme at the We Are SWIM pool, catering to all abilities from absolute beginners.

With its state-of-the-art facilities and wide range of swimming programmes, We Are SWIM - Goldsworth Primary School Swimming Pool is committed to providing a safe, engaging, and enjoyable swimming experience for children and adults alike. They invite everyone to join them and discover the amazing skill of swimming that will last a lifetime.