Tadpoles Swimming School
TS
Swimming Lessons
Tadpoles Swimming School
Threeways Special School, Bath BA2 5RF
# Tadpoles Swimming School Description
Tadpoles Swimming School is a specialist children's swimming instruction provider based in Bath, offering tailored lessons for young swimmers aged 2½ years and upwards. Founded and run by Carol Brake, a former competitive swimmer with two decades of teaching experience, the school combines the STA Learn to Swim Programme with proven instructional methods to develop water confidence, safety skills and proper stroke technique.
The school distinguishes itself through deliberately small class sizes, ensuring each child receives personalised attention and a bespoke learning approach. This strategy has proven particularly effective for nervous beginners who benefit from the relaxed, supportive environment. Lessons are conducted in warm, welcoming pools across Bath, creating an inviting setting that encourages progress and builds positive associations with swimming.
Carol's credentials are impressive: she holds full ASA Teacher qualifications, the National Pool Rescue Award, Institute of Swimming membership and current CRB clearance. Her background as a Bath Dolphin competitive swimmer ensures she combines genuine passion for the sport with professional expertise.
Rather than pursuing volume through large classes, Tadpoles prioritises quality instruction and individualised progress. This approach appeals to parents seeking genuine skill development for their children, particularly those needing confidence-building support. The school's philosophy centres on creating an enjoyable learning environment where children feel secure whilst mastering essential water safety and swimming techniques.
Tadpoles Swimming School is a specialist children's swimming instruction provider based in Bath, offering tailored lessons for young swimmers aged 2½ years and upwards. Founded and run by Carol Brake, a former competitive swimmer with two decades of teaching experience, the school combines the STA Learn to Swim Programme with proven instructional methods to develop water confidence, safety skills and proper stroke technique.
The school distinguishes itself through deliberately small class sizes, ensuring each child receives personalised attention and a bespoke learning approach. This strategy has proven particularly effective for nervous beginners who benefit from the relaxed, supportive environment. Lessons are conducted in warm, welcoming pools across Bath, creating an inviting setting that encourages progress and builds positive associations with swimming.
Carol's credentials are impressive: she holds full ASA Teacher qualifications, the National Pool Rescue Award, Institute of Swimming membership and current CRB clearance. Her background as a Bath Dolphin competitive swimmer ensures she combines genuine passion for the sport with professional expertise.
Rather than pursuing volume through large classes, Tadpoles prioritises quality instruction and individualised progress. This approach appeals to parents seeking genuine skill development for their children, particularly those needing confidence-building support. The school's philosophy centres on creating an enjoyable learning environment where children feel secure whilst mastering essential water safety and swimming techniques.
Services offered
Children's swimming lessonslearn to swim classeswater confidence buildingstroke technique instructionwater safety trainingbeginner swimming tuitionsmall group lessonsASA qualified instruction