A gentle story for little swimmers who like to take things slow.
Leo doesn't like noise. He doesn't like splashes. And he definitely doesn't like when the pool feels too busy. But with the help of his family, a kind swimming teacher, and his secret friend Buddy the Bubble, Leo discovers that there is a quiet way to enjoy swimming too.
Written in a calm, reassuring style, Leo's Quiet Swim helps children who may feel shy, sensitive, or overwhelmed at the pool. It shows that every child can build water confidence in their own time.
✨ Why parents and teachers love it:
Encourages patience and understanding for children who learn at their own pace
Opens up conversations at home and in class about feelings, confidence, and water safety
Links naturally with the national curriculum and early years learning goals around health, wellbeing, and physical development
Provides a supportive story that swim schools and teachers can use to reassure nervous first-time swimmers
Perfect for:
Parents supporting children who are nervous about swimming lessons
Teachers and schools encouraging water confidence and safety awareness
Swim schools and nurseries introducing first-time swimmers to the pool
Families who want to celebrate every small step in learning to swim
Part of the Swimming Through Stories series - inspiring children to feel safe, confident, and happy in and around water.