THE owner of a swim school that is growing in popularity in Trowbridge, Melksham and Bradford on Avon has won a national award for the excellent service it provides.

Sarah Austin, who runs Puddle Ducks, has received a Franchise Award for Excellence in recognition of her unwavering positivity and the ongoing support she provides to her hardworking team.

Mrs Austin's swim school, which provides swimming programmes for 0-10 year-olds, has proven to be a hit at Stonar School, Melksham, Larkrise School in Trowbridge and the Woolley Grange Hotel, Bradford on Avon.

"It is brilliant to be recognised by receiving this wonderful accolade. I would like to share this award with my team who are the most committed, passionate and hard-working women I could wish for," she said."

The swim school, which also runs classes in Bristol and Bath, has more than 1000 customers every week and employs 34 members of staff, a dedicated and passionate team committed to providing the highest quality baby and child led swimming.