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🏊‍♂️ Grade 1/2 Swimming Program 🏊‍♀️

Last week, the Grade 1/2s participated in our swimming program at Surrey Park Swim School, and it was a fantastic week of learning, confidence-building, and fun in the pool! Students enjoyed daily swimming practice, developed new skills, and learned important water-safety strategies.

Working in small groups with their swim teachers, each student focused on skills tailored to their level — from basic water confidence to more advanced stroke techniques. Some groups were even excited to venture into thedeep end for the first time!

The highlight of the week was definitely Friday’s Fun Day. Students loved playing on the water tower, zooming down the slide, and jumping into the deep end wearing life jackets. A big favourite was the running mat, where they had the chance to test their balance while “running on water”!

It was a wonderful and valuable week for all — filled with learning, teamwork, and plenty of smiles. 💦🌟

What were some of the highlights for our students? 💙😀

"I loved when I got to go in the deep pool with my friends." -Billie 1/2A

"My favourite thing was when we got to do a handstand under water." -Alexa 1/2A

"My favourite part was going in the fun park!" -Micah 1/2A

"My favourite thing was speeding through the pool while we did relays!" - Tom S. 1/2B

"My favourite part was going on the water slide. It is so fun!" - Min Ming 1/2B

"I liked learning safety jumps with the life jackets on." - Bardia 1/2B

"My favourite part was learning tumble turns and butterfly." - Tom K. 1/B 

"I liked the water playground because I love the bucket and the slide." -Frankie D. 1/2C

"My favourite part was the water park, the warm pool and the bucket. I loved my group and all the people in it." -Jamie 1/2C

"I liked jumping into the deep pool." -Emma 1/2C