Following the recent announcement regarding the temporary closure of our Swimming Pool – expected to last up to seven months for essential maintenance and upgrades – many have been asking: what’s the plan?
A New Era for Our Pool
The good news is that this project will significantly extend the life of our pool for many years to come. Even better, the renovation will include more aesthetic and functional improvements than initially anticipated. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2026 to a revitalized and upgraded swimming facility!
Continuing Swimming for Pupils
As a school committed to delivering high-quality swimming experiences for our pupils, we are actively planning for the continuity of our senior swim programme during the closure. We are incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received from local schools and community pools offering their assistance. Final arrangements are being made, and we will update everyone as soon as next term’s swim plan is confirmed.
Lancing College Swimming Club: Still in Motion
For nearly six years, the Lancing College Swimming Club has nurtured young athletes from both our Senior and Prep schools – alongside non-pupils – through a shared pathway to competitive swimming success. With our swimmers aiming for strong performances at this year’s national competitions, maintaining consistent training is essential. We are making arrangements to continue club sessions at nearby pools, ensuring that development and competition schedules proceed uninterrupted.
Public and School Swimming Lessons
For our valued community members who attend lessons through the Lancing College Swim School or have children attending sessions we put on throughout the year for local schools in the area, we recognise the temporary disruption this closure will cause. Unfortunately, relocating these lessons during the closure is not feasible, as most pools already operate their own swim schools, which can present logistical challenges and conflicts of interest. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to resuming lessons with renewed energy and facilities once we reopen.
Looking Ahead
There’s no doubt the upcoming improvements are crucial – not just to the pool’s infrastructure, but to the overall experience we offer to pupils, families, staff and the wider community. The upgraded facility will allow us to expand both our school swimming programme and the Lancing Swim School and Club, further strengthening our commitment to community engagement and excellence in aquatics. Many have expressed their sadness at the temporary closure, but also shared kind words about the beauty and uniqueness of our pool and its surroundings. Rest assured, this is not the end, but an exciting new beginning. When the pool reopens, it will be in better condition than ever, ready to serve generations of swimmers to come.
Written by Karen Woolliscroft, Head of Swimming
