Making Waves: Tom Dean Swim School Officially Launches at The Mount School York!
The wait is over! The Mount School York is officially making a splash as we celebrate the launch of our prestigious partnership with the Tom Dean Swim School (TDSS). Following an incredible buildup, lessons are now underway at our very own pool—the deepest in York—bringing elite-level instruction to our pupils and the local community.
A Vision for Excellence
This five-year partnership represents a shared commitment to sporting excellence and community engagement.
“This partnership is fantastic news. We are thrilled to work in close partnership with the Tom Dean Swim School… At The Mount, we always aim to deliver the highest level of swim teaching to our pupils and the local community, and the Tom Dean Swim School team very much shares this vision with us.” — Anna Wilby, Head of The Mount School York
Tom Dean MBE shared his excitement for the York community:
“I’m absolutely thrilled to bring my swim school to The Mount. Having spent a lot of time in this historic city, I know this programme will make a real difference. I can’t wait to dive in and join a lesson myself!”
Top Team of Swimming Experts
Swimming champion Tom Dean MBE brings with him an experienced team whose shared mission is to improve the swimming offering in the UK. This collaboration is great news, ensuring both Mount pupils and the wider community continue to benefit from our excellent swimming facilities combined with new, award-winning teaching processes.
Learn to Swim at The Mount with Top Swim School
The Swim School programme is built on industry-leading coaching techniques, featuring 23 bespoke technical enhancements, personally developed by Tom, to help swimmers refine their skills and build confidence in the water. Tom has become a leading figure in improving access to swimming in the UK since he competed at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with his swim school already providing high quality teaching to thousands of people across the country.
