Welcome to SwimSchool!

Your Local, Award-winning Swimming School Teaching Children to Swim in Bolton & the Surrounding Areas

Parent & Baby Classes
(ages 12 months-3 years)

Preschool Classes
(ages 3-5 years)

Stages 1-8
(ages 5+)

Our Story

Hi, we’re Megan and Joanne- We’re the proud founders of SwimSchool. We started this journey back in September 2021 with a simple goal: to help children fall in love with swimming in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment.

Swimming has always been a big part of our lives, and we truly believe it’s one of the most important life skills a child can learn. We are both qualified teachers alongside running, SwimSchool and we bring elements of education into our swimming lessons, to nurture and develop not only children’s
physical abilities but also their learning skills too. It’s the most rewarding experience of our lives.

What started as a small idea has grown into something really special. Teaching hundreds of amazing children every week- from little ones just 12 months old all the way through to swim club level.

We’re also very proud to announce that we have been awarded Swim School of the Year 2025!

We can’t wait to welcome you to our award-winning swimming community.

What Makes Us Different

We Celebrate Every Achievement & Milestone

At SwimSchool, it’s more than just swimming. Our lessons are fun, engaging, and filled with creativity – we theme them, we celebrate every milestone, and we always make sure each child feels proud of what they’ve achieved. We offer group sessions, 1:1 and 2:1 lessons, and we’re passionate about making swimming accessible to all, including children with special educational needs.

We're Passionate About What We Do

Our team of teachers are truly brilliant. They share our passion and work incredibly hard to make every session enjoyable and meaningful. Whether it’s helping a toddler put their face in the water for the first time or guiding older pupils toward their Rookie Lifeguard award, we make sure each child feels seen, supported, and safe.

More Than Lessons - It’s a Community

Over the past few years, we’ve built something we’re really proud of – not just a swim school, but a community.

We celebrate every achievement, big or small, and we host fun pool parties at the end of each term so the children can relax, play, and show off what they’ve learned. Parents often tell us how much their children look forward to coming – and that means the world to us.

What We're Proud Of

We’ve also received 100% 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook, and honestly? That feedback means everything. Knowing that families trust us with their children’s safety and confidence is a huge honour.

     
 
 
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   Megan Turner 
 10 October 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can't recommend swimschool enough. The love, patience and guidance they give is unbelievable. Arthur started coming to swimschool  in sept with his nursery and by june he had done his 50m. He has learnt so much. We have continued to stay with swimschool since leaving nursery. I can't wait to see all the new things he will be learning. Xx
  
 
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   Amber Bull 
 29 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rio has recently started his lessons with swim school and has really enjoyed them so far
From being at a different swim company for a while I wasn’t happy with them then I had a few people tell me how good swim school is so decided to change him Ben is so good with him so happy with the change
  
 
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   Rachael Fisher 
 22 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 5/5 🌟 a fantastic swim school!

My daughter moved here from elsewhere and her progression has been nothing short of amazing!
Her little brother now attends and both love their weekly lessons.
There is also the option for intensives over Easter and Summer which are always a hit.

Communication is great and Joanne, Megan and their fantastic team are always so friendly.

The swim teachers make the lessons fun and interactive, and ALL are incredibly patient.
I dare you to find a better ‘Swim School’🤩.
  
 
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   Becca Hall 
 22 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Both my sons have learnt to swim with Swim School and we cant recommend highly enough.
They are confident in the water and love their teachers. Massive thanks to Megan, Joanne, Grace, Leanne and all the teachers.
All the team at Swim School are amazing and have a brilliant teaching style which supports children on learning how to swim and stay safe around water.
  
 
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   Emma Atkinson 
 22 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best swim school around!!!
My boy had zero confidence in the water when he started and I honestly can’t beleive the change in him every single one of them teachers care and give there best they can to the kids!
Keep doing what you’re doing!!
  
 
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   raj rat 
 10 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just wanted to leave a review to say thank you for a wonderful week of intensive lessons in July for my 2 daughters. They were apprehensive before starting but they loved going every day and I can see how much their confidence has grown with the sessions. The teachers Grace and Joanne were so lovely and patient with them and they made very good progress during the sessions. Thank you for all the help.
  
 
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   Mia de Souza 
 3 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter recently attended the daily intensive lessons at Sharples. She is 5 and has refused lessons up until now, but Joanne made her feel so confident in the water. On day 1 she had three ring armbands on each arm and a noodle, 30 minutes later she was confident enough to have a go with just one on each. Daily lessons for a week meant she tried swimming on her back, up to the deep end and jumping in and doing this daily meant she has come on so much in such a short space of time. By the end of the week she could swim a short way with no arm bands. If the intensives were on again next week, I’d book her on again! I couldn’t recommend Swim School enough. She loved the lessons and is now happy to start weekly swimming lessons with Swim School in September.
  
 
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   Jill Orrell 
 31 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you for a fantastic intensive week in the summer holidays. My kids have both really enjoyed every day and have developed so so much. Brilliant instructors and lots of fun! Thank you x
  
 
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   laurenjanexoxo 
 31 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot recommemd SwimSchool enough! Our little girl went swimming from Jan to April at another swimming school and didnt progress at all, no confidence and wearing three rings a side.
She started Swim School in May and has now in July has achieved her 20 metres with no arm bands! Swim School have nurtured her, given her confidence and have provided a valuable learning environment which has helped my daughter (and countless others) flourish. Dont hesitate to send your child, they will be star swimmers in no time! ✨️🎉
  
 
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   sammy roocroft 
 31 July 2026
 
 
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We couldn’t be happier with the swimming lessons! We tried several different swim schools before finding this one, but our daughter was always very timid and lacked confidence in the water.

Since being taught by Megan, she has absolutely flourished. Megan has been so patient, kind and encouraging, taking the time to build her confidence at her own pace. Our daughter now looks forward to her lessons every week and genuinely loves going swimming, which is something we never thought we’d see.

Thank you, Megan, for making such a positive difference. We would highly recommend these lessons to any parent, especially if they have a child who is a little nervous or lacking confidence in the water!

Giving Back Matters

One of the things closest to our hearts is giving back to the community. Each year, we take part in the Great North Swim in Windermere to raise money for causes we care about – and we’ve inspired many of our pupils to get involved too.

Here’s what we’ve raised so far:

From bake sales to raffles and sponsored swims, our families are always there, cheering us on and joining in.

Welcome to SwimSchool!

Stages 1-8
(ages 5+)

Our Story

What Makes Us Different

We Celebrate Every Achievement & Milestone

We're Passionate About What We Do

More Than Lessons - It’s a Community

What We're Proud Of

Giving Back Matters

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Welcome to SwimSchool!

Stages 1-8(ages 5+)

Our Story

What Makes Us Different

We Celebrate Every Achievement & Milestone

We're Passionate About What We Do

More Than Lessons - It’s a Community

What We're Proud Of

Giving Back Matters

Stages 1-8
(ages 5+)