Expected Standards Learn to Swim Framework

Expected Standards Learn to Swim Framework

10 Seasons

The Swim England Expected Standards are referenced throughout the Learn to Swim Programme. They accompany our Awards to support teachers and coaches to maintain the highest standards when teaching children.
Each digital video shows you an individual outcome in the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework, Stages 1 to 7, and each outcome for the Swim England Aquatic Skills Framework, Stages 8 to 10 Swimming.

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Expected Standards Learn to Swim Framework

9 Episodes

  • Stage 9 All Outcomes
    07:55
    Stage 9 All Outcomes

    Stage 9 All Outcomes

  • Stage 9 Outcome 1
    00:50
    Stage 9 Outcome 1
    Episode 1

    Stage 9 Outcome 1

    Episode 1

    Complete a set lasting 800 metres (either 16 x 50 metres; 8 x 100 metres; 4 x 200 metres) on a specific turnaround time as agreed by the teacher/coach (e.g. 1.30 minutes for 50 metres) with a focus on stroke technique and consistency.

    Complete the set whilst utilising the clock correctly and obe...

  • Stage 9 Outcome 2
    00:53
    Stage 9 Outcome 2
    Episode 2

    Stage 9 Outcome 2

    Episode 2

    a. Executing correct starts, turns and finish without stopping over the set
    distance.

    b. Maintaining stroke technique throughout the specified distance.

    c. Demonstrating a consistently efficient stroke throughout the specified distance.

  • Stage 9 Outcome 3
    01:24
    Stage 9 Outcome 3
    Episode 3

    Stage 9 Outcome 3

    Episode 3

    Swim a continuous 100 metres individual medley (4 x 25 metres) using recognised turns with a focus on stroke technique and consistency.

    a. Executing correct starts, turns and finish without stopping over the set distance.

    b. Maintaining stroke technique throughout the specified distance.

    c. De...

  • Stage 9 Outcome 4
    00:38
    Stage 9 Outcome 4
    Episode 4

    Stage 9 Outcome 4

    Episode 4

    a. The swimmer will demonstrate one hand on top of the other, arms above head and straight, no gap between the head and the arms, and kick for 15 metres.

    b. The body will be in line with the angle of the arms.

  • Stage 9 Outcome 5
    01:09
    Stage 9 Outcome 5
    Episode 5

    Stage 9 Outcome 5

    Episode 5

    Perform a backstroke start then butterfly kick in a streamlined position under water up to a maximum of 15 metres from the start point (wall), transfer into stroke and complete the remainder of the 25 metres.

    a. Grip the bar and start in a curled position with legs and arms bent, feet placed on ...

  • Stage 9 Outcome 6
    01:21
    Stage 9 Outcome 6
    Episode 6

    Stage 9 Outcome 6

    Episode 6

    Perform a front crawl start, then kick in a streamlined position under water up to a maximum of 15 metres from the start point (wall). Transfer into stroke and complete the remainder of the 25 metres.

    a. Start with either a track or grab start.

    b. Enter the water in as streamlined a position as...

  • Stage 9 Outcome 7
    01:18
    Stage 9 Outcome 7
    Episode 7

    Stage 9 Outcome 7

    Episode 7

    Perform a butterfly start, then kick in a streamlined position up to a maximum of 15 metres from the start point (wall). Transfer into stroke and complete the remainder of the 25 metres.

    a. Start with either a track or grab start.

    b. Enter the water in as streamlined a position as possible – ha...

  • Stage 9 Outcome 8
    01:27
    Stage 9 Outcome 8
    Episode 8

    Stage 9 Outcome 8

    Episode 8

    Perform a breaststroke start, perform a one and a half pull under water, transfer into stroke and complete the remainder of the 25 metres.

    a. Start with either a track or grab start.

    b. Enter the water in as streamlined a position as possible – hands, arms,
    head, torso, hips, legs and feet ente...

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