Peterborough faculty’s water security scheme in reminiscence of Jack Lloyd

A metropolis faculty is launching a swimming undertaking in reminiscence of a youngster who died after stepping into problem at a lake.

Peterborough’s Hampton Vale Primary Academy plans to put in a transportable pop-up pool in its playground by the Easter time period, so about 400 pupils can have swimming classes.

Sixteen-year-old Jack Lloyd, a pupil at Peterborough College, drowned at the Crown Lakes Country Park on 3 April.

PE trainer Scott Collins, who taught Jack at Hampton Vale, says the scheme is significant due to the variety of lakes within the space.

Mr Collins urged the federal government to supply extra funding to assist colleges educate kids to be water-safe.

The Department for Education (DfE) mentioned colleges obtained core funding for curriculum provision, which included swimming and water security classes.

Mr Collins mentioned: “We spoke to [Jack’s] mum and dad about honouring his memory and will name the swimming project after Jack.

“I taught Jack at this faculty. He was a beautiful boy and an incredible character.

“PE curriculum should be tailored to your area and in winter, we still see children playing on the ice and, in summer, jumping in water, so it is about learning to be water safe and knowing what to do when someone is in danger.”

He mentioned the non permanent pool would price £26,000 and can be on web site for 12 weeks.

Pupils from Hampton Vale often journey to Whittlesey to make use of a pool there, which Mr Collins mentioned was “costing more than the lessons and needs about five members of staff”.

On Wednesday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed funding for Peterborough’s new sports quarter, together with a 25m (82ft) swimming pool.

Mr Collins mentioned it could be a “great addition to the city but would not benefit schools personally”.

“It would be good to get some funding for pop-up swimming pool projects or maybe help schools with transportation costs to get to swimming lessons,” Mr Collins mentioned.

“We do ask for a voluntary payment for our lessons, but not all parents can afford it.”

Jack’s household have been campaigning to lift consciousness in regards to the dangers of swimming in chilly, open water and are elevating funds for a youth membership in his identify.

His father Darren Lloyd has mentioned it’s “important to share Jack’s story — that would assist save lives”.