Things You Might Like To Know

Interested in joining Seahorse Swim School?

Please complete the contact form on our website. A member of our team will be in touch to gather a few more details and help find the best available slot for a free trial that suits both your swimmer’s needs and your availability.

What happens after the free trial?

After your swimmer’s free trial session, we’ll follow up with both you and the teacher to ensure the class is the right fit. If we feel there’s a better option available, we’ll let you know and help find the most suitable class. Once the day and time are confirmed, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the relevant dates and payment details.

Where are our swimming pools?

What does my child need to bring to lessons?

What to Bring
Please ensure your swimmer comes prepared with the following:

Swimwear (costume or swim shorts)
Towel
Goggles (if used)
A swim hat (required at St Andrew’s Pool in Soham)

We provide all necessary swimming aids during lessons.
Before attending the trial, please ensure we’ve received your completed booking form, including any relevant medical information.

What is the best way to communicate any problems/changes we need to make?

The best way to get in touch is by emailing info@seahorseswimschool.co.uk. To help ensure a quicker response, we recommend also copying in seahorseswimschool@gmail.com.

We aim to respond within 24 hours, but during busy periods or school holidays, it may take a little longer—thank you for your patience.

You can also reach us by phone on 01353 482 492

How will my child’s progression be reported?

At Seahorse Swim School, we recognise that every child is unique. Our teachers carefully assess each swimmer using the criteria from our Splash Awards programme. To achieve an award, all criteria must be demonstrated to a consistently high standard.

In addition to skill-based awards, we also offer distance badges ranging from 5m to 1500m. Badges and certificates are awarded at the end of each term—completely free of charge.

Teachers provide half-term progress reports, available upon request, outlining your swimmer’s development and their journey toward the next award. If your child is not yet ready for their next badge, you’ll receive a written report detailing the specific criteria they’re still working on.

If you ever have questions about your child’s progress, please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re always happy to help.

Which pool is best for my child?

Soham – St Andrew’s CofE Primary School

Ely – Cambridge Road

Ely – HFA (Highfields Academy Ely)

Ely - King's Ely outdoor pool (April - October)

Hereward House - Witchford

Little Thetford

Empress pool - Chatteris

Woodlands pool - Sutton

We teach from a range of pools, each varying in depth and size. While we always aim to place swimmers at a location that works well logistically, your child’s safety and progress come first. If we feel a particular pool isn't best suited to their ability or confidence level, we’ll let you know and recommend the most suitable venues to ensure the best learning experience.