Due to the weather conditions Priestlands school will be closed to all students and staff on Thursday 25 June.

Water Safety Advice for Parents of Secondary School Children

As the weather gets warmer, young people spend more time around water – at home, on outings and on holiday. Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death in young people in the UK, with increased risk during hot weather, particularly above 25°C. Most incidents are preventable.

Key messages for parents:

• Supervision still matters: Teenagers need clear expectations and reminders about staying safe around water.
• Open water is higher risk: Rivers, lakes and the sea can be dangerous due to currents, cold water shock, and hidden hazards. Encourage safe, supervised locations.
• Teach essential safety skills: Make sure your child knows the Water Safety Code and how to “Float to Live”.
• Keep talking: Regular conversations about risk-taking, peer pressure and sensible decision-making can save lives.
• Be prepared: Ensure your child knows what to do in an emergency, including how to call for help.

 👉 Access the full Hampshire Safeguarding Children Partnership Water Safety Toolkit here: Water Safety - Hampshire SCP

Small actions—like choosing safer places to swim and keeping safety on the agenda—can make a real difference.