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Performance Data

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The programme of study for PE sets out the expectation that pupils should be taught to:

  • swim competently, confidently and proficiently over a distance of at least 25 meters
  • use a range of strokes effectively [for example, front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke]
  • perform safe self-rescue in different water-based situations

Swimming competency

Meeting National Curriculum Requirements for Swimming and Water Safety

Results for pupils in Year 6 the end of 2025-26

What percentage of pupils within your Year 6 cohort, in the 2025-26 academic year, swim competently, confidently and proficiently over a distance of at least 25 meters - 54%

What percentage of pupils within your Year 6 cohort, in the 2025-26 academic year use a range of strokes effectively - 52%

What percentage of pupils within your Year 6 cohort, in the 2025-26 academic year can perform safe self-rescue in different water based situations - 55%