Little Vikings families dive into fun

The Little Vikings’ youngest learners recently made a splash as students in the 2-year-old program joined their families in the pool for a joyful Pool Day celebration. The event brought together families, teachers and swim instructors for an afternoon filled with connection, confidence building and plenty of smiles.

The activity served as an opportunity to strengthen the home-school partnership that is central to the Little Vikings program. Families were able to engage directly with staff, observe water-readiness strategies and support their children as they explored the pool with guidance from trusted adults. The pool is intentionally designed for Sussex Consortium students’ needs – it’s smaller than standard pools and kept warm, creating a comfortable space where they can learn specific skills, practice water safety and build confidence.

For many students, it was a first experience in a group aquatic setting, one made comfortable and memorable by the warm, encouraging, therapeutic atmosphere and lots of friendly laughter.

From shared giggles to brave first splashes, the celebration proved that even the tiniest Vikings can make a big wave!