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<p>We want all children to leave primary school able to swim. Swimming is not only
an excellent form of physical activity but also a life-saving skill. This is why swimming
and water safety is compulsory in the national curriculum for PE at key stages 1 and
2.</p><p> </p><p>We do not hold information on the percentage of primary schools without
access to swimming pools. While many schools enjoy excellent links to local facilities
we do know that some primaries struggle to access local pools.</p><p> </p><p>To help
look into this and other issues that hinder the teaching of high quality swimming
lessons, the Government has established a working group to advise on how to ensure
no child leaves primary school unable to swim. The group is supported by the Amateur
Swimming Association and includes sector experts, and will be presenting their recommendations
in the new year.</p>
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