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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Why the Right Pool Matters for Your Baby’s First Swimming Lessons
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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
Reviews
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We thoroughly look forward to our Saturday morning lesson. It’s been amazing watching our baby develop swimming skills and enjoy the water.
Stacie Herefordshire
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My daughter Piper absolutely loves her Friday swimming lessons. She has always been confident in the water, but has come on leaps and bounds since attending turtle tots and can now swim a small distance independently!
Becky Gloucestershire
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Jo is fantastic with my little girl, Amelie. She can be shy and sometimes lacks confidence, but Jo is always patient, supportive, and never makes us feel awkward. She thinks outside the box to keep Amelie engaged and comfortable, and we’re so grateful for her encouragement and kindness.
Natalie Gloucestershire
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My weekly lesson with my grandson is our special time and we’re loving it. All the staff are extremely friendly & helpful and go out of their way to ensure we get maximum benefit & fun from the sessions without the pressure to master everything from the start. Have used successfully the catch up booking via the App which is a bonus.
Anonymous Gloucestershire
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We’ve been swimming since my son was 9 weeks old, it is the highlight of our week we both love our lessons not only for him , but also for me to gain confidence with him on the pool and allow him to have positive fun experiences!
Hannah Gloucestershire
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My daughter loved her swimming lessons she used to hate her baths and water and after starting swimming lessons she absolutely loves it!
Lucy Gloucestershire
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Both my grandchildren have thoroughly enjoyed learning to swim with Zoe. Being able to start lessons so young is a real advantage to helping build water confidence. The Blue Lagoon is a lovely little pool. Zoe is warm and welcoming entertaining us with lots of different toys, games and songs. I would definitely recommend them.
Kim Marlborough and Swindon
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Zoe our instructor is fantastic, she has a brilliant manner and is so patient with our little one, his confidence in the pool has blossomed thanks to her and her brilliant lesson structures
Louise Marlborough and Swindon
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We attend the blue lagoon, Zoe is our teacher . My daughter is very proud of her swimming lessons and has a great bond with Zoe, she has gained so much confidence in a very short time.
The process of learning is great and keeps them focused throughout the session.Gary Marlborough and Swindon
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We have been swimming with Turtle Tots at the Blue Lagoon for 3 years and cannot recommend the lessons highly enough. Beautiful pool and simply excellent teachers.
Julia Marlborough and Swindon
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Turtles tots is excellent. Such a fun way for babies and toddlers to gain confidence in the water. The lessons gradually build skills and techniques. Zoe from Marlborough/Swindon is a superb instructor! Swimming lessons are a highlight in our week!
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Turtles tots is excellent. Such a fun way for babies and toddlers to gain confidence in the water. The lessons gradually build skills and techniques. Zoe from Marlborough/Swindon is a superb instructor! Swimming lessons are a highlight in our week!
Anonymous Marlborough and Swindon