Continued water familiarisation and safety –

• Explore the water independently, returning to the parent/carer as a source of secure and reliable support
• Safe and assisted entries into the water, safe exits
• Move towards independent submersion of the face
• Use of floatation aids to assist in independent movement in the water
• Introduction of routines to promote awareness of safe practices in and around water
• Breath holding skills
• Move towards self-propulsion
• More exploration of body position in the water, turning and rolling, awareness of deep water and confidently moving in deep water
• Development of paddling and kicking actions

For parents/carers:

• Provide assistance appropriate to the needs of their child for entry, support and movement through the water and exiting the pool
• Praise and encourage the child’s efforts towards independence
• Assist in provide a positive, safe, supportive learning environment for their child.