What is Swim to School Week?
Swim to School Week is a nationwide initiative that aims to promote water safety in schools and early learning centres.
It's held during the first week of December to align with the start of the high-risk summer season.
Created by Kingswim in partnership with the Y, Swim to School Week encourages students to dress up, take part in fun activities, and learn life-saving water safety skills.
By joining Swim to School Week, you are helping ensure your community is safer this summer.
Here's everything you need to run Swim to School Week
1. Promote the event at your school
We’ve created a newsletter, flyer, posters and social media tiles to help you promote Swim to School Week.
2. Simple activities (coming soon)
We'll supply you with age-appropriate activities tailored for ELCs, Kinders, Grades 1-2, and Grades 3-6.
Activities will include quizzes, short educational videos, songs and more!
3. Raise money for swimming lessons
Your school can request a gold coin donation for YMCA Open Doors, which provides disadvantaged young people and groups in the local community with access to swimming lessons.
Register your school today
It's easy to participate in Swim to School Week. Simply submit the form below and we'll send you everything you need, including our activities and resources once they're available.