In Australia, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under five (Royal Lifesavers Drowning Report 2015). Accidental falls into water accounted for 81% with a swimming pool involved in over half (54%).
Early introduction to water safety and swimming skills is key to reducing these figures. A commitment to skill development, teaching water safety and providing parents with the education to minimise risks are the basis of all teaching practices here at Safe Start.