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Searching for swimming lessons in 1066 country?
Want your child taught in a friendly, positive, structured and rewarding way?
Look no further; your search is over.
You've just found Silverdale.
We are a 'fully inclusive' registered ASA swimming school; operating 7 days a week from 3 pools in the Bexhill-on-Sea, Hastings and St. Leonards on Sea areas of East Sussex. Silverdale Swim Schools offer consistently high quality tuition to children from the age of rising 4 years up to mid teens. Currently we provide lessons for about 600 children per week. Our well managed lessons conform to the 'National Plan for Teaching Swimming' and are geared to all abilities; from nervous beginners up to extremely competent and advanced levels.
Silverdale is run by co principals Trevor and Sue Spinks who are extremely proud of their superb staff team and firmly believe that the ratio of staff to pupils is quite exceptional, and far beyond the norm. They positively insist that child safety, competent teaching, friendliness, fun, confidence building, and a sense of personal achievement and self satisfaction, features high in Silverdale's ethos.
If you have any questions about Silverdale Swim School, please contact Trevor and Sue.
I have been extremely impressed with Silverdale Swim School for the following reasons:
1) My daughter was immediately assessed and placed in a group appropriate to her level. There is no waiting for the term end - the children are constantly reassessed and if they improve, are moved (subject to availability of places) to a more advanced group straight away. So they don't spend much time doing stuff they can already do easily.
2) There are a LOT of staff - out of the water and in - so problems with technique etc are ironed out very quickly
3) Two previous schools we tried had a "play session" at the end of term, ie every 6th lesson or so - not very motivating for the children who come to lessons to progress. They can always play swim (more cheaply!) when you take them yourself. Anyway, none of that at Silverdale - so the value for money is actually a lot better.
4) The administration of billing etc is clear and well organised and you get the impression that their systems are tried and tested. Again, no faffing about.
5) Sue and Trevor make every effort to accommodate particular requests, like timings of lessons, to get the best possible fit with the needs and wants
of demanding parents!
My daughter has been swimming with your school since July and I want to take this opportunity to say how pleased I am with her progress. Your teachers are so kind and knowlegable. They are not only experts in teaching swimming but also in relating to children. Rosie has gained in confidence and ability so quickly, and enjoys every minute she is in the pool. Your young teachers in the water with the children are probably the ones who impress me the most. Patient, friendly and dedicated. It is obvious that they really know what they are doing and how to remain positive to help the children gain confidence in the water. I will definitely be enrolling my younger daughter when she turns 4 and recommending you to friends.
We were very impressed at this well run school with exceptional professionalism. The ratio of helpers in the swimming pool to swimmers gave us confidence that our child was well cared for. The teachers are vigilant to spot individual weaknesses and helped to rectify them. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Such a shame that we didn't know about Silverdale Swim School 10 years ago for our eldest child to learn to swim but at least our younger children can have the benefits now. We highly recommend Silverdale Swim School to teach your child /children to swim.
My Daughter has improved so quickly since starting at SSS. I am so impressed with the number of staff that are involved both in and out of the water. This high ratio has meant her technique is being corrected at every stage. We spent over a year at other lessons but with one instructor on the poolside to 10 children we saw very little improvement. I cannot recommend it enough, We have already got my 3 year old down on the waiting list and can't wait for her to start when she turns 4. Keep up the great work !!
Both my children attend Silverdale Swim School at the Battle Abbey Pool and I am incredibly impressed by the level of instruction, care and responsibility shown by Trevor and Sue and by their well trained and competent instructors and student teachers, that has seen my children become excellent swimmers. I am employed as a Company safety officer and am impressed by the professional approach to the well-being and safety of students whilst under their care. The level is above and beyond their duties imposed upon them as organisers, and has been reflected by the introduction of an extra level of accountability for swimmers should an emergency situation occur. The coverage of instructors (and lifeguards) to swimmers, protocols and enforcement has provided an excellent, safe and fun environment for my children to learn how to swim. I have passed on the club's details with no hesitation to several of my friends who have children. Well done and keep up the good work.
Terry Evans
THE VERY BEST SWIM SCHOOL IN ROTHER - In my view Silverdale is by far the very best swim school in Rother. Having regrettably wasted time, money and patience at other local swimming schools/clubs, my children and I were recommended to contact Silverdale. What a difference! This fantastic swim school provides the very best swimming teaching and coaching for all ages and abilities. Their amazingly high ratio of teachers and support staff to pupils is in a different league to anything else we have experienced or could wish for. My children just love it. They are going from strength to strength, earning certificates & badges. But most of all they are having fun and being treated fairly and with respect; as are all the other children. They are part of a great club with a wonderful atmosphere. Other parents that I talk to come to SSS from miles away. I'm not in the least surprised Silverdale is as big and popular as it is. Well done Sue, Trevor and all the teaching staff.
Silverdale is a friendly, inclusive swim school. It is exceptionally well-organised and well-priced, without hidden fees, and the lesson times on offer make it easy for families to find a slot that fits with a busy schedule. Most importantly, the swimmers are safe - with plenty of hands on deck -, they are encouraged, praised and clearly learn to love the water. Whilst the school is busy, they notice the efforts of each swimmer. Where a child needs a little extra help, they get it and when ready they move - no pressure. All in all, this makes for happy, confident swimmers.
Silverdale Swim School is an exceptional swimming school. My son has been having lessons there since he was 4 and has slowly been progressing through the levels at his own pace. Children are continuously assessed and are taught to a very high standard and their individual needs are well met. There is a very high ratio of staff in the pool which is especially reassuring when children are starting out in the Ducklings beginner group. I have nothing but confidence in Silverdale Swim School and will be enrolling my other son when he is old enough
