Shepherds Down Pool

Welcome to Baby Squids Winchester

Our Winchester baby swimming classes are run from Shepherds Down School hydrotherapy pool, in Compton, just to the south of Winchester.

The hydrotherapy pool is kept at about 34C – perfect for keeping your little one warm so no wetsuit is required. Babies need to be over 6 months to swim at this venue due to school regulations. There is plenty of car parking available at the school, and plenty of space for spectators.. The changing areas are quite small, so an easy change of clothes is recommended.

VIEW TERM DATES & TIMES

Term Dates & Class Times

All the below term dates are confirmed and will be taking place at Shepherds Down School hydrotherapy pool in Winchester, Hampshire. Swimming classes are 30 minutes & run consecutively in the time slots below. Children will go into the most appropriate class dependent upon your childs age and experience.

Term Dates	Class Times (each class runs for 30 mins)	Course Price	Course Duration
Classes on hold	Wed 3.30pm - 5.30pm	On hold	On hold BOOK NOW

Find the Pool

Shepherds Down School, Shepherds Lane, Compton, , Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2AJ

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If you are looking for a post swim runaround we love the space and railway at Lakeside Country Park, or alternatively if the weather’s not on side then why not try out the nearby Adventure Barn!

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Why not give us a try?

Book up for a course of lessons and if after your first class you decide it’s not for you we offer a full refund to all new customers.

It’s a chance for you to meet the team and enjoy a Splash, Kick and Swim the Baby Squids way.

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Our Instructors

All of our teachers understand young children and have a huge amount of experience supporting a variety of abilities. Each of them specialise in the baby, toddler and pre-schooler age groups. Our swimming teachers are the main reason so many of our Squidlets come back term after term.

Viki

Mum of one, Viki has previous experience working with children at a day nursery, and now combines a love for swimming with teaching. Viki is an enthusiastic teacher, who loves to see children enjoying their time in the water and increasing in confidence each lesson.

What our Customers Say

Viki's patience, encouragement, brilliantly planned & pitched swim lessons & outstanding teaching style have had a huge impact on the remarkable progress and water confidence Jasper has gained since joining your classes - and I can confidently say that being an Assistant Headteacher myself!
Stacey Macdonald - Andover, Hampshire
Charlie and I've both really enjoyed our classes. Alex is a great teacher, calm & confident with a big smile that puts everyone instantly at ease. The lessons are fun & relaxed with songs and games and lots to keep the little ones busy and active in the water. Highly recommended for kids swimming lessons in Winchester!
Lucy O'Neill - Winchester, Hampshire
Thomas and I have had a fantastic time with Alex at Winchester Hospital hydro pool. He started swimming lessons when he was 7 weeks and now at nearly 6 months he doesn't have any problems with going under the water, getting splashed or swimming on his front or back. Thank you Baby Squids.
Alex Cornell - Winchester, Hampshire
In my honest opinion, swimming lessons with Baby Squids have been the best thing I've done with my baby. We have been swimming since he was 8 weeks old and now he's 11 months and so full of confidence in the water.
Emily Walsh - Andover, Hampshire
Our teacher Nicky has been fantastic! Oskar has really loved this term & I've really noticed a difference in him really enjoying the swimming lessons as well as kicking away and mainly splashing haha! She's a great teacher and it's nice to see someone really enjoy their job too!
Katrina Harris - Andover, Hampshire
Fabulous swimming lessons! Really look forward to each week!
Sam Marmot - Romsey, Hampshire
My 8 month old loves his baby swimming lessons with plenty of happy splashing in the pool! Alex the instructor is very clear and great with the babies. Great value for money too.
Kathryn Rowe - Winchester, Hampshire
Highly recommended. My son Noah has been attending classes since he was 4 months and is now 17 months. Laura & her team have been fab & as a result Noah is very confident and happy to be in the water. Don't hesitate in trying them out if you are looking for swimming lessons for your baby!
Emily Hollyoake - Winchester, Hampshire
Thank you for the brilliant swimming lesson with my 5 month old Oscar. We are 4 sessions in and love every second! He is getting so confident and loves splashing himself and me!
Clare Daunter - Winchester, Hampshire
Rufus is a confident, happy and able swimmer. At just 2, under Laura's guidance he has accomplished so much. He has progressed far more than we could have imagined by this age. Look no further for Winchester baby swimming lessons!
Alison Thompson - Winchester, Hampshire

Our Shepherds Down School Pool

We love teaching at Shepherds Down School in Winchester because you couldn’t find a pool more suitable for babies and toddlers to learn to swim. A lovely warm hydrotherapy pool, small with stepped entry, space for spectators and convenient to get to… we feel very lucky to be able to use it!