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Parents Resources

We have created new and exciting materials, exclusively for parents and guardians to take charge of their family's water safety education.

Water can provide so much joy but at the same time has the potential to cause unimaginable tragedy. Spending a short time providing a sound water safety education for the whole family can make the difference for a planned day at the beach or the park resulting in everybody enjoying their day and returning home, safely.

Our free and easily accessible water safety education resources have been designed with you in mind so that from home you can engage children of all ages in simple but lifesaving content.

Learn how to keep you and your family safe with our water safety advice.

Water Safety for Teenagers

Water Safety for Teenagers

Many incidents happen in everyday situations. Know the risks! Read more

Published: 28th April, 2026

Updated: 1st June, 2026

Author: Samantha Young

Printable Resources

Printable Resources

A one-stop-shop of our FREE printable resources for home, school and leisure centres. Read more

Published: 30th March, 2024

Updated: 1st June, 2026

Author: Lydia Coombs

Resources for babies and pre-school children

Resources for babies and pre-school children

With Water Babies we present top tips to ensure water safety for babies and children. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2021

Updated: 22nd January, 2025

Author: Kelly Key

Teaching your children basic water safety skills

Teaching your children basic water safety skills

Teaching basic skills to enjoy water safely can be achieved through an organised class or lesson but you can also play a crucial role during family swim time. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2021

Updated: 22nd January, 2025

Author: Kelly Key

Water Safety on Holiday

Water Safety on Holiday

Follow our advice to ensure your family stays safe whilst having fun in, on or around water. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2020

Updated: 4th August, 2025

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Water Safety at Home

Water Safety at Home

Follow our tips to ensure your home is safe and secure for your family to enjoy water safely. Read more

Published: 30th March, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2025

Author: Teri Youl

Water Safety in Residential Swimming Pools

Water Safety in Residential Swimming Pools

In your own pool, it’s important to ensure that children aren’t left unsupervised around the water. Read more

Published: 29th March, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2025

Author: Teri Youl

Water Safety at the Beach

Water Safety at the Beach

Stay safe by learning about rip currents, tides and what the beach flags mean. Read more

Published: 28th March, 2020

Updated: 18th September, 2025

Author: Teri Youl

Water Safety in Public Swimming Pools

Water Safety in Public Swimming Pools

With the presence of a trained lifeguard, UK pools are relatively safe places to swim. Read more

Published: 27th March, 2020

Updated: 29th May, 2025

Author: Teri Youl

Find A Lifesaving Club

Find A Lifesaving Club

Take a look at our interactive Club Finder to find a lifesaving club near you. Read more

Published: 11th August, 2019

Updated: 11th August, 2023

Author: Jess Ackroyd

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