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At least 20% of primary schools to have swimming pools by 2030

By 2030, as many as 70% of students in Vietnam are expected to be taught swimming and water survival skills, with this figure projected to rise to 90% by 2035.
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A swimming class for students in the central province of Nghe An. (Photo: VNA)

This objective is part of a programme aimed at enhancing education and combating drowning during the 2025-2035 period, recently approved by Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long.

The programme sets an ambitious goal of ensuring that, by 2030, 95% of school managers, teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders receive training to improve their awareness, knowledge, and responsibility in preventing drowning among students. This rate is targeted to reach 100% by 2035, highlighting the programme's comprehensive approach to drowning prevention.

In terms of safe and effective swimming education, the programme outlines specific targets for students at different grade levels. By 2030, at least 55% of fifth graders, 65% of ninth graders, and 75% of 12th graders are expected to know how to swim safely. By 2035, these rates are projected to increase to 70, 80, and 90%, respectively, reflecting a clear focus on equipping students with essential life-saving skills.

Regarding investment in the construction and installation of swimming pools in schools and communities, the goal is that by 2030, at least 20% of primary schools, 15% of junior secondary schools, and 15% of senior schools will have swimming pools (fixed or mobile) and maintain effective operations. About 50% of communes, wards, and towns will have at least one swimming pool serving the local community.

The programme targets that by 2035, the rate will be 30%, 25% and 70%, respectively.

As for giving teachers skills on drowning prevention and safe swimming techniques, the target is that by 2030, 70% of managers and teachers will be trained, with the rate reaching 95% by 2035.

By 2030, 85% of school health workers will be trained to improve their capacity in drowning prevention and first aid, reaching 100% by 2035.

Each school will have at least two teachers trained, certified and fully qualified to organise safe swimming lessons for students in 2030 and at least three by 2035.

The plan will be implemented in general schools, education centres, vocational schools nationwide, focusing on primary, junior secondary and communal levels.

The programme sets out a series of solutions, from education to investing in facilities and perfecting policies.

The Ministry of Education and Training is responsible for overseeing the policy./.

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