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Terms & conditions

Our Commitment to You

We aim to provide a safe, supportive and high-quality swimming experience for every child.

  • Treating all swimmers and families with respect and professionalism

  • Delivering lessons in a private, well-maintained pool

  • Providing structured, progressive teaching

  • Ensuring all lessons are delivered by qualified, DBS-checked instructors

  • Monitoring progress in line with a recognised framework 

 

Your Responsibilities

By enrolling, you agree to:

  • Treat staff, parents and swimmers with respect

  • Provide up-to-date contact and medical information

  • Ensure your child arrives on time and ready

  • Supervise your child in changing areas

  • Leave promptly after your session

 

Bookings & Payments

Deposits are required to secure your space and are non-refundable. Full payment is required in advance; booking confirms commitment to the full term. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

 

Cancellations & Missed Lessons

Missed lessons are not refundable or transferable. Lessons are booked as a full course, not individual sessions. Make-up lessons may be offered as a goodwill gesture (subject to availability, max 2 per term, not guaranteed).

 

Lesson Changes or Cancellations

If we cancel a lesson, an alternative will be offered where possible, or a credit may be issued. If a class cannot run, an alternative will be offered, or a refund provided if no suitable option is available.

 

Health & Medical Information

You must inform us of any medical conditions. Children should not attend if unwell (48 hours for sickness/diarrhoea). Required medication must be brought with you.

 

Teachers

All lessons are delivered by qualified, DBS-checked instructors. A suitable replacement may be provided if needed; no refunds for substitute teachers. Teachers may provide hands-on support in line with safeguarding.

 

Changing Areas & Poolside

Children must be supervised at all times. No outdoor shoes. No food, glass, or hot drinks. Take belongings and rubbish with you.

 

Personal Belongings

All items are brought at your own risk. We are not responsible for loss or damage.

 

Photography & Safeguarding

Photos may be taken with consent only. Parents are not permitted to take photos or videos during lessons.

 

General Guidelines

Late arrival may result in refused entry. Children should eat 1 hour before swimming. Remove jewellery before lessons. Parents should not assist unless invited. No smoking, vaping, alcohol, or pets on site.

 

Liability

Participation is at your own risk. We are not responsible for injury, loss, or damage.

Safeguarding policy

Our Commitment

The safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority.

  • Providing a safe, welcoming environment

  • Treating every child with care and respect

  • Ensuring staff understand safeguarding responsibilities

  • Acting promptly on any concerns

 

Safeguarding Lead

We have a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) responsible for managing safeguarding concerns, supporting staff, and liaising with external agencies.

 

Staff & Recruitment

All staff are DBS-checked and appropriately qualified. Professional boundaries are maintained at all times.

 

Supervision & Safety

Parents/carers must remain on site. Children are supervised at all times. Lessons take place in a controlled environment.

 

Responding to Concerns

Staff are trained to listen and take concerns seriously, never promise confidentiality, report concerns to the DSL, and follow appropriate procedures.

 

Photography & Use of Images

Images may be used with parental consent. Parents are not permitted to take photos or videos during lessons.

 

Contact

hello@winchmoreswim.com

Privacy policy

Introduction

We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.

What Information We Collect

  • Parent/guardian name

  • Contact details

  • Child's name and age

  • Swimming ability or needs

  • Any additional information provided

 

 How We Use Your Information

  • Respond to your enquiry

  • Recommend suitable lessons

  • Add you to our waiting list

  • Contact you about lessons and availability

 

How Your Data Is Stored

Your information is stored securely within our internal systems.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your data only as long as necessary for enquiries, waiting lists, and services. 

Your Rights

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccuracies

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent

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