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Swim! Faces Scrutiny Over Unclear Refund Policy for Parents

12/16/2025

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The policy requires refunds on direct-debit payments within 30 days, but cancellation notices fail to mention this requirement.
Many parents have paid for lessons cancelled due to an unclear refund process.
Consumer lawyer Gary Rycroft says the lack of transparency may violate consumer protection laws.
Swim! says refunds respect statutory rights and encourages requests but has not explained the process, despite promising improved communication and offering no specific solutions.

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Story summary

The policy requires refunds on direct-debit payments within 30 days, but cancellation notices fail to mention this requirement.
Many parents have paid for lessons cancelled due to an unclear refund process.
Consumer lawyer Gary Rycroft says the lack of transparency may violate consumer protection laws.
Swim! says refunds respect statutory rights and encourages requests but has not explained the process, despite promising improved communication and offering no specific solutions.