{"id":9059,"date":"2025-05-14T23:15:06","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T13:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/?page_id=9059"},"modified":"2026-09-08T23:54:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T13:54:25","slug":"pre-school-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/pre-school-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-School Program (3-5yrs)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPECIALISTS IN SWIMMING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/baby-swim\/\">4-6mths<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/brainwave-bubs-and-tots\/\">6mths-3yrs<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/pre-school-program\/\">3-5yrs<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/school-age\/\">School-Age<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/stroke-correction\/\">Stroke Correction<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/available-programs\/\">Squad<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/available-programs\/\">Access &amp; Inclusion<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/adult-learn-to-swim\/\">Adults<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/available-programs\/\">Privates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Welcome-to-PreSchool-Banner.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9804\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2;width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Welcome-to-PreSchool-Banner.png 600w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Welcome-to-PreSchool-Banner-300x150.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Welcome to the Pre-School Program.<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pre-school years are a time of remarkable growth and independence. Children are naturally curious, energetic, and ready to take on new challenges\u2014and the water provides the perfect environment for them to thrive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this stage, children develop the fundamental swimming skills that will set them up for a lifetime of water confidence and safety. Through playful, structured lessons, they learn to move independently in the water, follow instructions, and build the physical and emotional skills that extend far beyond the pool.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Pre-school Program&#8217;s levels and skill development progressions align with the National swimming curriculum guidelines. As children progress from Beginner to Advanced,&nbsp;they are taught attainable and challenging skills aimed at broadening their water independence, stroke technique, and water safety abilities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our classes develop skills in entries and exits, floating, sculling and treading water, swimming technique on front, swimming technique on back, survival skills, and underwater skills.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our teaching practices and pedagogy reflect industry best practice. We are constantly engaging in professional development across both the swimming industry and early childhood education leaders to stay at the forefront of swim teaching excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We aim to make the water an enjoyable experience so children can&#8217;t wait to get to the pool for their lesson every week.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-girls-on-noodles.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9821\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In this program there are 5 Progressive Skill Levels:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PreSchool Program (3-5 yrs):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beginner<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beginner Gold<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confident<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Intermediate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/what-ability-level-are-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">For Curriculum Information and to work out what level you are CLICK HERE.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pre-school Program develops skills including:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Physical Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Builds body awareness and coordination through guided movement patterns.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthens core muscles and motor development through the improvement of swimming skills.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes heart and lung function at a young age as cardiovascular skills are introduced.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps children develop healthy posture and flexibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Social &amp; Emotional Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swim classes provide opportunities for children to interact, share, and follow instructions in a group setting, developing social skills through teacher-student instruction and peer interaction.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boosts confidence through positive water experiences and skill mastery.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creates positive associations with water for lifelong swimming confidence.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water can be very soothing, helping children manage anxiety, excess energy, and emotional regulation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cognitive Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhances cognitive function, sensory integration, and overall brain development. Developmentally appropriate activities encourage the brain to form new connections, strengthen existing ones, and support neuroplasticity, which is essential for learning, memory, and emotional regulation.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develops cognitive processing through repetition and routine.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhances listening and comprehension skills through visual and verbal cues.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Swimming &amp; Water Safety Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Builds water confidence and skills through progressive activities, including floating, buoyancy, balance, breath control, leg and arm propulsion movement, skills in a prone position (on tummy), skills in a supine position (on back), skills in a rotated position (on side), entries and exits.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children learn to respect water and understand how to behave safely around it (pools, lakes, bathtubs).<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drowning prevention. Follow the &#8216;Kids Alive Do the Five&#8217;\u2014Fence the Pool, Shut the Gate, Learn to Swim, Supervise, Learn Resuscitation.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develops swimming competencies that later transition into the School-Age program (5+yrs).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><figure><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/The-Science-Behind-Water-Learning-271025-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9645\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/The-Science-Behind-Water-Learning-271025-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/The-Science-Behind-Water-Learning-271025-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/The-Science-Behind-Water-Learning-271025-1-300x150.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Pre-School Program Welcome Information:<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enrolling in your first class!<b><figure><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/book-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6704 size-thumbnail\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/07\/Book-now-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/figure><\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look up the timetable:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Online &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Look up the timetable and book online via your client portal.\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Log-in to your client portal.\u00a0 Instructions can be found here<\/span><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/book-now\/\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/book-now\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To work out what class level sounds like your ability level, please click here to go to the level skill descriptions<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aus.iclasspro.com\/portal\/healthways\/news\/1\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/aus.iclasspro.com\/portal\/healthways\/news\/1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on &#8216;Class Timetables &amp; Bookings&#8217;.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on &#8216;Find a class&#8217;.\u00a0 Select your student and click &#8216;See Classes&#8217;.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search the timetable for your student&#8217;s level, by putting their level code in the search magnifying glass.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The class availability showing will automatically be for this week.\u00a0 To look forward to next week, click on the &#8216;Filter&#8217; menu icon.\u00a0 Select &#8216;Sessions&#8217;, select the following week, click &#8216;Apply&#8217;.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list can be further filtered using other option in the &#8216;Filter&#8217; menu if you wish.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on a class to enrol or go on the waitlist.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>By Phone:<\/b>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mont Albert North ph. 98952300<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ringwood ph. 98795777<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>In person<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0&#8211; Visit the centre and speak to reception:<\/span>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MONT ALBERT NTH \u2013\u00a0 Healthways Recreation Centre, 1-11 Arcade Road, Mont Albert North 3129<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RINGWOOD \u2013\u00a0 Healthways Aquatic Centre, 108-110 New Street, Ringwood 3134<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that students can start at any time.&nbsp; Bookings can be made at any time during the term up to 10 days in advance, and bookings open for a new term 3 weeks in advance.&nbsp; However if you wish to start further in advance than that you can register your interest for a specific term in the future using the buttons below.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8088\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/contact-us\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8087\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swim-school-call-backwait-list-form\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8090\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swim-school-call-backwait-list-form\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8089\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-5338\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Special-Offer-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/figure><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>COME AND TRY OUR SWIM LESSONS NOW!\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SWIM STARTER PACK FOR $150.00. (Available for regular term classes only.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To see whether our swim school is right for you, when you first enrol you\u2019ll just pay a deposit of $150.00. This is called the \u2018Swim Starter\u2019.&nbsp; This covers your classes until the first monthly direct debit, so you can try the classes out.&nbsp; If you\u2019re happy simply stay on and your first direct debit will happen as scheduled. If you don\u2019t wish to continue, simply cancel your classes before your first direct debit.&nbsp; Easy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-swimming.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9822\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>What to Bring:&nbsp;<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For children who are toilet-trained children:\u00a0<\/strong>If your child is toilet trained, they can wear regular swimmers or bathers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For children who are in the process of toilet-training:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0A swim nappy for your child is essential (reusable or disposable). Swim nappies are specially designed for water activities, with secure elastic fits to contain solids while allowing water to pass through.\u00a0 We encourage as many people as possible to have a reusable swim nappy to\u00a0<b>reduce waste and be handed down child to child<\/b>.\u00a0 To encourage this, we offer reusable nappies in the swim-shop at a SALE price every day!\u00a0 Available in pink or blue &amp; 6 different sizes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Towel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swim bag for wet clothes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-RW-side-of-pool.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9823\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>What happens in the sessions?<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During Pre-School classes, teachers use a variety of toys and teaching aids to engage children and support their mental and physical development. As your child progresses through the levels\u2014from Beginner to Advanced \u2014 they&#8217;ll develop greater independence and confidence in the water, working directly with the teacher to master essential swimming techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skills are developed across key areas including floating, buoyancy, balance, body positioning, arm propulsion movements, leg propulsion, skills on tummy, skills on back, and breathing techniques that transition into our School Age curriculum (5+ years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-Vera-and-Sonia-Awesome-Awards.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9825\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>When are Pre-School classes?<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-School classes are available 7 days per week at both our Mont Albert North and Ringwood locations. Current times can be viewed through your iClassPro Parent Portal.&nbsp; &nbsp;Lessons run for 30mins.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If existing class times don\u2019t suit your schedule, in your iClassPro parent portal you\u2019ll see the place to register your interest for other days\/times.&nbsp; We regularly review scheduling requests and aim to accommodate additional classes where possible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>How much does it cost?<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students can start at any time and cancel at any time.&nbsp; Payments are made 4 lessons at a time, such that in the middle&nbsp;of the month accounts are invoiced for the next month\u2019s 4 lesson block.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/prices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CLICK HERE for current prices.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-underwater-shot.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9824\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>What happens if you miss a class?<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know that life happens sometimes so we offer flexible make-up class and family swim options to provide the best service possible for our clients.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/what-happens-if-you-miss-a-class\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CLICK HERE for information on what happens if you miss a class.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>What happens with skill assessments?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Healthways, our goal is to ensure that every individual progresses at their own pace and achieves their full potential in the water.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Students are assessed by their teacher every 4-6weeks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Students will be recommended&nbsp;to move up a level as soon as they are showing confidence and competence with their skills.&nbsp; There are extra supports available for students with additional needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/student-assessement-info\/\">CLICK HERE to read more about what happens with student assessments and supports for students with additional needs.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-Floating.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9757\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>What happens after your child turns 5?:<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students who are 5 years old can swim in either the Pre-School Program (3-5yrs) or the equivalent level in the School-Age Program (5+yrs).&nbsp; Five year olds are the cross-over point between the two programs, and will be able to continue their learning in either age group as there are&nbsp;word-for-word equivalent&nbsp;levels for the two programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the time children&nbsp;turn 6 years old, the School-Age Program is more appropriate and students transition to their School-Age equivalent level.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/school-age\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find out more about our School-Age program CLICK HERE.&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><i>Tell a Friend:<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kids activities can be even more fun with friends!&nbsp; If you know other parents with pre-schoolers, invite them to join you in&nbsp;<strong>Pre-School Classes<\/strong>. Sharing this experience can be a great way to connect with other families while giving your child a fantastic start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Share the link&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/pre-school-program\/\">\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/pre-school-program\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/11\/Leaders-and-3-kids-smaller-10-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Leaders and 3 kids smaller 10\" class=\"wp-image-3536\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do your other children need childcare? (Available at Mont Albert North Only)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our onsite creche at Mont Albert North offers professional early childhood education for your children while you attend swimming lessons with your other child. Available Mon-Fri mornings.&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/do-you-need-childcare-for-your-other-children-during-lessons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Please CLICK HERE to find out more.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-9828\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-platform.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/figure>Other FAQ&#8217;s:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details>\n<summary><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Is the salt water pool\u2019s temperature warm and of comfortable depth?<\/strong><\/span><\/summary>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All our pools are salt-water pools, heated to 32C degrees.&nbsp;<\/span>The teaching spaces for Pre-Schoolers allow for children to sit and stand independently on in-water steps and in-water platforms, while also being introduced to deeper water spaces with teacher assistance.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use a salt water system which works by converting regular salt into a gentle sanitiser &#8211; giving you all the benefits of a clean pool while being softer on sensitive skin, eyes, and swimwear.&nbsp; Many parents notice their babies are more comfortable in salt-water pools compared to traditional chlorine pools.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information about how salt water pools work,<\/span>&nbsp;<a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/how-salt-water-pools-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">please CLICK HERE.&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details>\n<summary><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>What if my child has sensitive skin\/eczema?<\/strong><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>Our salt-water pools are gentle on sensitive skin!&nbsp; Unlike traditional chlorine pools, salt-water swimming offers several benefits for those with skin concerns:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The water is naturally softer and less irritating<\/li>\n<li>Salt can actually help soothe and heal eczema patches<\/li>\n<li>Lower chemical content means less skin and eye irritation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To best protect sensitive skin before and after swimming:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply a waterproof barrier cream 30 minutes before swimming<\/li>\n<li>Rinse off in fresh water immediately after your session<\/li>\n<li>Apply a good quality moisturiser while skin is still damp<\/li>\n<li>Consider using a vitamin C spray to neutralise any remaining pool chemicals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details>\n<summary><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Can my child stay in the pool after the class to keep swimming?<\/strong><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>For both scheduling and your child&#8217;s wellbeing, we require all participants to exit the pool after their session. Our 30-minute classes are specifically timed to match your young child&#8217;s optimal energy levels &#8211; swimming for longer can lead to overtiredness. Swimming lessons begin immediately after your class, making it important to exit promptly.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details>\n<summary><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>For any other enquiries, please feel free to speak to our friendly customer service team by phone, email, or in person.<\/strong><\/span><\/summary>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You can look up the timetable, enquire or book:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/book-now\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8088\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Online.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/contact-us\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8087\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Call-Now.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swim-school-call-backwait-list-form\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8090\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Request-a-Call-Back.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swim-school-call-backwait-list-form\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-300x109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8089\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7714285714285714;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/www.healthways.com.au\/boxhill\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/01\/Web-button-Register-Interest-for-the-Future.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-9826\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/10\/Preschool-happy-kid.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/figure>About Us:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our mission is to deliver exceptional swimming programs that empower students with lifelong learning and water safety skills in a positive, structured, and inclusive environment. At both our Ringwood and Mont Albert North locations, we partner with families to make swimming safe, fun, and easy to manage \u2014 supporting confident learners at every stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our swimming programs are aligned with the national curriculum and taught by accredited, experienced instructors. We proudly provide all our staff with industry-leading teacher training and professional development opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"entry\">Renowned for best practice teaching methods and industry-leading small class sizes, Healthways is proud to support our local community and families.<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"entry\"><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"entry\"><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"entry\"><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/boxhill\/swimming-pool\/swimming-lessons\/\">CLICK HERE for more information about Healthways&#8217; Award Winning Swim School.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Come join the fun in the water at Healthways!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SWIM.&nbsp; SAFE.&nbsp; FUN!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/files.iclasspro.com\/40811\/settings-email-templates-edit-16-updatedTemplate\/1619616410.Support_Local.png\" alt=\"Support_Local\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5688073394495412;width:171px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SPECIALISTS IN SWIMMING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:&nbsp;&nbsp;4-6mths&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;6mths-3yrs&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;3-5yrs&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;School-Age&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;Stroke Correction&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;Squad&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;Access &amp; Inclusion&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;Adults&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;Privates Welcome to the Pre-School Program. 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