Back to School Swim Essentials | Simply Swim

As the summer holidays come to a close and the new school year approaches, parents everywhere are juggling uniforms, stationery, and packed lunches. But for many families, swimming lessons are also part of the weekly routine. At Simply Swim, we know how important it is to keep your child organised, confident, and ready for the pool – which is why we’ve put together our top back-to-school swimming tips to make life easier for busy parents.

1. Choose a Practical Swim Backpack

A dedicated swim backpack is a must-have for keeping everything in one place. Look for one with separate compartments for wet and dry items, so damp towels or costumes don’t soak the rest of their gear. Many of our Simply Swim backpacks even come with mesh ventilation panels, helping everything dry out quicker between lessons. Teaching your child to pack their own swim bag is also a great way to build independence.

2. Have a Rotation of Swimming Costumes

Nothing derails a busy morning like realising the swimming costume is still wet from the previous session. Our tip? Keep at least two or three swimming costumes on rotation so there’s always a dry one ready to go. For younger swimmers, fun prints can make lessons more exciting, while older children may prefer streamlined styles designed for performance. Either way, having spares helps reduce stress for everyone.

3. Don’t Forget the Towel

It may sound obvious, but towels are one of the most commonly forgotten items on swim day! A lightweight microfibre towel is ideal for kids – it dries quickly, takes up less space in the backpack, and can easily be washed and ready for the next session. For little ones, consider hooded towels, which keep them warm and cosy after getting out of the water.

4. Stock Up on Swim Caps

Many schools and swim clubs require children to wear swim caps during lessons. Not only do they help keep hair out of the face, but they also protect hair from chlorine and keep pools cleaner. At Simply Swim, we stock a variety of fun, colourful caps that kids will actually enjoy wearing. For long-haired swimmers, silicone caps offer extra stretch and comfort.

5. Get into a Routine

Organisation is the secret to stress-free swim days. Pack the swim backpack the night before, double-checking costumes, towels, goggles, and caps are all inside. You might even create a simple checklist and stick it on the fridge so your child can tick things off themselves. This small habit saves time in the morning and avoids last-minute dashes back home for forgotten items.

How Simply Swim Can Help

At Simply Swim, we make back-to-school swim prep easy. From swim backpacks and costumes to caps, towels, and goggles, and don't forget we have swimming equipment including noodles, kickboards, pull buoys and flotation devices, we’ve got everything parents need to keep lessons running smoothly. With trusted brands, a wide choice of sizes, and quick delivery, you can focus less on the stress and more on celebrating your child’s progress in the pool.

✨ Get organised this school year with Simply Swim – where every splash starts with the right kit.