Pool admission policy for children
Swimming pool admission policy for children
Children under 4
Children under 4 years of age must be accompanied in the water by a responsible person over the age of 16 on a 1:2 ratio.
We recommend that any child under 4 should wear a suitable buoyancy aid that is ‘kite marked’ or carries a BS EN number.
Buoyancy aids accepted under this policy are those that fully support the child's weight in the water and remain secure in and out of the water. For example, armbands or a float jacket or suit. Buoyancy aids that are handheld, such as floats, are not considered appropriate.
Children aged 4 to 8
Children aged 4 to 8 years of age must be accompanied in the water by a responsible person over the age of 16, on a 1:3 ratio.
Responsible person over the age of 16 may supervise up to 3 children aged between 4 to 8 years in the water.
Children aged 8 up to 16
Children aged 8 up to 16 years of age must be accompanied into the facility by a responsible person over the age of 16 years, ratio 1:4.
The responsible person is not required to enter the water but must remain within the facility and supervise the children.