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Not-for-profit organisation champions the power of play for children at Downing Street

According to a new report, if the UK is to truly succeed in this rapidly changing world led by advancements in AI, we will need to prioritise children’s opportunities for creativity through free play....

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Devon teen rides the wave to confidence in the water

From the 11th to 17th of March, pint-sized heroes are gearing up to champion the causes of two national charities – Tommy’s and Children’s Alliance. During ‘Splashathon’, little swimmers from across t...

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Local swim teacher celebrates 15 years of creating generational bonds in the pool

Motivated by the positive influence she saw Water Babies Bucks & Beds have on her own children, Karen Walsh has since dedicated herself to imparting vital water skills and fostering strong connections...

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From lab coats to pool floats: former scientist makes a splash as Luton’s new baby swim teacher

In a recent milestone for Water Babies Bucks & Beds in Luton, Caroline King has qualified as their newest instructor. Transitioning from a self-professed non-swimmer to a much-loved teacher, Caroline’...

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Milton Keynes baby swim school goes to extra ‘lengths’ for young carer

Reggie Jackman first started swimming with local baby swim school Water Babies when he was just 17 weeks old. Now a rambunctious and affectionate four-year-old, he loves nothing more than splashing ar...

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Swim school empowers young boy with unique chromosome disorder through swimming

Greyson Knowles is like most other kids his age. He loves playing with friends, listening to music and splashing around in the pool. However, like approximately 2.4 million children and adults in the...

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UK primary schools are wasting play times by failing to have a plan for play

According to a brand-new report, ‘A Plan For Play’ - published today - facilitating children’s play is a ‘win-win’ in a post-pandemic climate, without the significant cost implication for the governme...

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National campaign calls for urgent action to modernise early years education

A new report, published today, has revealed that drastic and urgent government action is required to resolve the ongoing shortcomings in early years education. As the biggest funding crisis in its his...

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Milton Keynes baby swim school offers free lessons to Ukrainian refugee families

A local baby swim school, Water Babies Bucks & Beds, is making a remarkable difference to the lives of Ukrainian refugee families in Milton Keynes by offering free swimming lessons. In collaboration w...