Discover the Joy of Swimming with Discovery Duckling Awards! 

At Halo, we believe that the journey to becoming a confident swimmer begins early. Our Discovery Duckling Awards are designed to introduce babies and toddlers to the water in a fun and supportive environment. These awards are the perfect start for little ones who are new to swimming lessons. 

The Discovery Duckling Awards are all about helping young children gain water confidence while staying close to the support of a trusted adult (grown ups – that means you get to take part in the lesson by joining your child in the pool). 

Progressing Through the Discovery Duckling Awards…

Dive Deeper with Duckling Awards!

After your child has mastered the Discovery Duckling Awards, it’s time to take the next exciting step with our Duckling Awards. Unlike the Discovery Duckling awards, Duckling lessons do not require grown ups to accompany the child in the water (our experienced swimming instructors are in the water with little ones).

You can still start your learn to swim journey here – your child does not have to have completed Discovery Ducklings!

Progressing Through the Duckling Awards…

There are four different colourful levels, each with its own certificate and badge. These awards guide your child through increasingly challenging skills, fostering independence and boosting their water confidence. 

View the Swim England Ducklings learn to swim criteria here.

Achieve Swimming Success with Halo’s Learn to Swim Programme Stages 1-10 Awards!

Following the Swim England badge scheme Stages 1 to 10, provides a comprehensive and progressive approach to swimming education for children aged 4+ both beginners and improvers.

Rewarding Progress 

To earn each of the Learn to Swim Stage 1 to 10 Awards, your child must complete a specific set of skills and milestones. These clear outcomes ensure a consistent and measurable progression in their swimming abilities. Each stage culminates in a certificate and badge, celebrating your child’s achievements and motivating them to continue their swimming journey.  

Swim England learn to swim criteria Stages 1 – 7: View here.
Swim England learn to swim criteria Stages 8 – 10: View here.

Not sure what stage your child should be booked onto?

If your child is age 4+ and has never been to lessons before, they will start from Stage 1. If your child has taken lessons before at Halo, you can re-book at the stage they were on previously. Your swimming instructor will be assessing your child’s skills and technique every week, and they will be moved to the most appropriate stage as soon as they are ready.

Alternatively, you can book a free swimming assessment with one of our swimming instructors at your local Halo pool. They will assess your child, let you know which stage they should be booked into, and inform you about the areas they need to work on.

Our half-hour weekly slots offer individual instruction from a dedicated Halo swimming instructor, providing a focused and personalised learning experience.

Developed by the Royal Life Saving Society UK, these awards are perfect for children who are competent swimmers and looking for their next aquatic challenge.

Divided into three main stages: Bronze, Silver, and Gold, each stage ensures that children receive a thorough education in water safety, rescue, and resuscitation techniques.   

The perfect preparation for a young person considering a career as a lifeguard or swimming instructor.  

Designed to give adults peace of mind, knowing their children understand how to avoid dangers and enjoy the water safely.   

View the criteria here.

Discover the excitement of water polo, a sport with royal approval from Prince William, who played at university and national levels.

Combining speed, strength, teamwork, and high fitness levels – a single outfield player can cover up to two miles in one game!