Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Swimming Lessons for Children in Wirral
Hayley's Swimming School has been dedicated to teaching children the vital skill of swimming since 2014. Founded by Hayley, a Swim England Level 2 qualified teacher with over 30 years of experience, our school operates across three venues on the Wirral: Calday Grange, Stanley School in Pensby, and Meadowside in Woodchurch. Our approach prioritises small class sizes, ensuring each child receives personalised attention from instructors who hold STA or Swim England qualifications and enhanced DBS checks. We focus on creating a warm, engaging environment where children from birth upwards develop confidence in the water while learning essential life skills.Our team includes experienced professionals like Andre, a STA-certified teacher and open-water swimmer, who contributes to our teaching methodology. Testimonials highlight our ability to make swimming enjoyable while achieving measurable progress, with parents noting improved confidence and technique in their children. We adhere to rigorous safeguarding policies and maintain partnerships with local swimming clubs to support advanced learners aiming for competitive swimming. Our commitment to quality was recognised in 2020 with the STAmark accreditation, affirming our standards in swim school excellence.
Services
Baby Swimming Lessons
Beginner Lessons
Improver Lessons
Stroke Improver Lessons
Advanced Lessons
Private 1:1 Lessons
Holiday Courses
Badge Scheme
Competitive Swimming Prep
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes for personalised attention.
- Our teachers hold STA and Swim England qualifications.
- All instructors have enhanced DBS checks for child safety.
- We provide tailored lessons across three accessible Wirral venues.
- Proven success in measurable swimming progress for children.
Associations and certifications
- STA
What people say
Amazing teachers
Unbelievable progress
Enjoy the water
Highly professional
Makes swimming fun
Services
Baby Swimming Lessons
Introduce infants to water through sensory-themed sessions at Stanley Schools hydro pool. Lessons focus on bonding, basic water confidence, and motor skills. Parents receive guidance to support their childs development in a calm, warm environment.
Beginner Lessons
Structured classes for children starting their swimming journey. Teachers provide in-water support to build comfort without aids. Small groups of up to four ensure individual attention, progressing from basic skills to independent swimming.
Stroke Improver Lessons
Refine strokes like breaststroke while increasing distance and stamina. Lessons prepare swimmers for competitive clubs, led by instructors with competitive swimming backgrounds. Emphasis on correct form and endurance development.
Private 1:1 Lessons
Tailored one-on-one sessions addressing specific needs or accelerating progress. Ideal for children requiring focused attention or advanced training. Instructors adapt techniques to individual learning paces and goals.
Competitive Swimming Prep
Advanced programmes for swimmers transitioning to clubs. Includes starts, turns, and race techniques. Coaches draw from personal competitive experience to challenge swimmers in 25m pool environments.
People
Hayley
Owner & Head Instructor
With over 30 years of teaching experience, Hayley is a Swim England Level 2 qualified teacher and solo English Channel swimmer. She oversees lesson quality and child progress, combining expertise from her swimming club background and primary school teaching qualifications.
Andre
Senior Teacher
Andre brings STA qualifications and a decade of teaching experience. A former competitive swimmer and secondary science teacher, he contributes to curriculum development while ensuring lessons remain engaging and technically rigorous for all ability levels.
Questions
What age can children start swimming lessons?
We accept children from birth upwards. Baby lessons focus on water confidence with parental involvement, while structured programmes begin at age 3.
Are your instructors qualified?
All teachers hold STA or Swim England Level 2+ qualifications and enhanced DBS checks. Many have competitive swimming or school teaching backgrounds.
How do you assess swimming ability?
Initial assessments determine class placement. Progress is tracked through our badge scheme, with regular feedback to parents on skill development and next steps.
What should we bring to lessons?
Swim nappies for babies, goggles for older children, and a towel. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early to prepare and settle into the pool environment.
Do you offer make-up lessons for missed sessions?
We provide limited catch-up opportunities during term time. Consistent attendance is encouraged to maintain progress in our structured small-group format.
