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Water Safety
Learning to be safe near water is an important part of a child’s education. Use these activities and resources to encourage children to do, watch, play, create and read as they learn about water safety.
EYFS Resources
EYFS Guidance Notes
These notes will explain the different resources and how you can use them at home or in nursery,
Colour & Draw
Use this activity sheet to reinforce the message of taking two steps back from the edge.
Duck Headpiece
Make your own fetching duck headpiece and wear with pride!
Song & Poem Sheet
Display to words to the song and poem so everyone can sing together!
Squirrel Puppets
Cut out big squirrel and little squirrel and act out the actions of taking two steps back.
Quack Snacks
Did you know that bread isn't healthy for ducks? Find out what to feed them instead and make a delicious dinner for Duck to eat!
Duck Puppet
Make your own paper duck puppet and get ready to Quack Quack!
Water safety tips for parents
We know how excited children get by the water! Read our tips to make your visit to the waterways fun and stress free with young children.
KS1 & KS2 Resources
Water Safety Activity Plan
This plan shows you how you can help children understand the risks around water and to encourage them to make informed and safe decisions.
Water Safety Activity Pack
Choose some activities from this pack or do the whole thing, all you will need is a pen and paper.
Water Safety Guidance Notes
A how-to guide for teachers, parents and carers. These notes will help you do the Water Safety Activity Pack with your learners.
Stay Safe Near Water Film
Watch the Stay Safe Near Water film and use the Spot the Dangers poster to identify the dangers yourself.
Spot the Dangers Poster
How many dangers can you spot?
Waterside Safety Challenge
Five games to play and test your knowledge of water safety.
Water Safety Posters
Use these posters to inspire children to create their own posters with a water safety message, then share them with family and friends.
Last Edited: 9 December 2025














