Swimming Admissions Policy
Our Policy
North East Derbyshire District Council strongly recommends that all juniors are accompanied by a responsible person when attending the swimming pools.
A responsible person, aged at least 16 years old, MUST accompany all children under the age of 8 years in the water.
Whilst in the pool, the responsible person should keep a constant watch over the children and be in particularly close contact with those children in their care who are weak or non- swimmers.
The responsible person may be responsible for:
- One child under the age of 4 years
- Two children aged from 4 to 7 years.
Variations to the Policy
- The above ratio cannot be varied unless the Duty Officer at the time assesses and authorises it is safe to do so.
All non-swimmers must be restricted to designated safe areas of the pool.
Non-swimmers and weak swimmers must not go out of their depth. This is with the exception of very young children who, by virtue of their size, are out of their depth in even the shallowest area of the pool.
A non-swimmer or weak swimmer is defined as someone who is unable to achieve the following standards to the satisfaction of pool staff:
- Jump from the pool side into water
1.5 metres deep or more - Tread water for one minute
- Swim 50 metres without stopping.
By following these guidelines – and with the help of parents/carers we can provide opportunities for children to learn to swim,
develop swimming skills and have fun in the safest possible environment.
Children’s use of changing rooms
The swimming changing rooms at our facilities are village style, mixed changing rooms with individual changing cubicles.
Costumes must be worn at ALL times in open areas, including showers and toilets.
Aquafun Sessions
Although the admission policy for this session remains the same, further restrictions may apply at centres that operate a large pool inflatable.
Suitable swimwear
Children who still wear nappies must wear plastic, leak-proof overpants over their swimwear. These are available to buy at reception.
Time restrictions
The maximum time allowed in the pool is 90 minutes and at certain times a band call out system will be in operation.
Any questions?
If you have any questions about our Child Admission Policy please contact a member of our team.
Please note: we reserve the right to refuse entry.
Coaching and Instruction
Public swimming sessions are provided for recreational use.
Coaching, swimming instruction, technical training, stroke correction, performance feedback, or structured teaching activity is not permitted during public swimming sessions unless authorised by management.
Individuals wishing to provide coaching or instruction within NEDDC leisure facilities must obtain prior approval through the appropriate facility hire process and may be required to provide evidence of qualifications, DBS certification where appropriate, Public Liability Insurance, Risk Assessments, and safeguarding arrangements.
Communication Devices
Specialist communication devices or electronic equipment used to provide coaching, instruction or performance feedback during public swimming sessions are not permitted unless approved by management.
Management Rights
Management reserves the right to stop any activity that may affect the safe operation of the facility or conflict with health and safety, safeguarding, insurance, operational requirements, or involve unauthorised commercial activity or business interests.