Here's why we're different...
Not only do we teach thousands of babies, toddlers, 3 and 4 year olds to swim every week through our inspiring and award-winning swimming lesson programme, and support and prepare mums-to-be with our Turtle Tums Aquanatal Yoga classes, we support families to grow and flourish, to develop a life-long love of water and build memories that will last a lifetime.
Turtle Tots is one of the leading baby, toddler and preschool swim schools in the UK. Through a network of exceptional business owners, teachers and support staff, we teach thousands of little ones to swim every week with our inspiring and award-winning swim programme. Our aim is to provide children with the vital lifesaving skill of swimming by developing an understanding of water safety and teaching technique in a fun, sensitive and child-led way. Most of our customers choose Turtle Tots when their baby is very young and stay with us throughout their early years, enjoying their journey towards a life-long love of water.
Where it all began
From a passion for safety, child-led development, and a love of the water, grew one of the largest Baby, Toddler and Preschool swim schools in the UK and Ireland.
World-class teachers
Make the right choice when it comes to baby, toddler, and preschool swimming lessons. Not only are we industry specialists, but our world-class teachers are also highly trained to deliver our award-winning swim programme.
What we stand by
As a network of family-owned businesses, we understand what it is like to be a parent of a newborn, baby, toddler, or preschooler and have tailored our experience to exceed your expectations at every level.
Supporting our local communities
Our classes help nurture a healthy and happy family life in the pool. We are committed to replicating that support for the local communities surrounding our pools too.
People Who Care
Most of our franchisees and teachers joined Turtle Tots after bringing their own children to our lessons. They loved our ethos and believed in our programme so much that they decided to join a team dedicated to making a difference to the lives of babies and young children. Their experience means that they understand our customers needs, and go above and beyond to deliver the same special experience they enjoyed with their own families. Find out more about what it’s like to be a Turtle Tots franchisee.
More about Turtle Tots
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Turtle Tots takes on the world
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Introducing Elite Franchise’s Rising Stars and Franchisee of the Year
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International Women’s Day: Committed to empowering women in the world of Baby & Toddler Swimming
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Time to DITCH THE DISPOSABLE
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MyBump2Baby Podcast
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Turtle Tots set to hit £100,000 target for Meningitis Now
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Lily sets her sights on swimming success!
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Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 2023
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TEACHER STRIKES! How a career at Turtle Tots can change your life
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Turtle Tots Makes a Splash on TikTok!
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Turtle Tots Announces Partnership with Meningitis Now
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Reviews
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My daughter really enjoyed the learn to swim programme with Turtle Tots. Good quality teaching and nice small group.
Leena West Glasgow & Renfrewshire
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I have been taking my son to swimming lessons since he was 3 months old and he’s now 2 years old. He has gained so much confidence in the water and he loves the sense of fun his lessons include. Highly recommended.
Laura South Hampshire
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Have been loving bringing my son to TT classes since he was about 4 months old. Such a great class to look forward to and he’s so confident in water now.
Gemma West Glasgow & Renfrewshire
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Have been loving bringing my son to TT classes since he was about 4 months old. Such a great class to look forward to and he’s so confident in water now.
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My child has been attending Turtle Tots classes since she was 8 months old and is now 4. The activities and the relationship she has developed with her teacher, has enabled her to develop a love of swimming. The swimming skills are introduced at a pace that is really child focussed and each child’s needs and abilities are considered throughout the group lessons.
Anonymous West Glasgow & Renfrewshire
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I take my granddaughter to the lessons at times. I like the small classes, Laura is really patient with the kids and knows all their names. Classes are fun and aimed at their ages and abilities.
June West Glasgow & Renfrewshire
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Very lovely team, no pressure from the staff if my child was having an off day. Gentle encouragement and they made the lessons fun and engaging!
Buckell Salisbury District Blandford & West Hants
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These swimming lessons are the best time of our week. They are so fun, inclusive and non judgemental. Brilliant from start to finish
Aaron Salisbury District Blandford & West Hants
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Our little one has been swimming with Turtle Tots since she was 5 months old and absolutely loves it! Fay is amazing and we wouldn’t want to go anywhere else. We cannot recommend enough
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Our little one has been swimming with Turtle Tots since she was 5 months old and absolutely loves it! Fay is amazing and we wouldn’t want to go anywhere else. We cannot recommend enough
Laura South Hampshire
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My son loves his class. He has been with turtle tots since he was 3 months old. Now at just over 2 he can swim a short distance using a noodle without my support. Amazing class and Julie is amazing.
Laura West Glasgow & Renfrewshire
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My gtandson started lessons with Ailsa at Buchanan Arms about 6 months ago in a class of four other children of similar age. We thought that he would be nervous to be in the pool without a one to one carer but he took to the class situation straight away and loves his Monday lessons. Ailsa is very parient and gtrat at giving children confidence in the water
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