Is Goldfish Swim School a good company to work for?

Goldfish Swim School has an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5, based on over 1,105 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 51% of employees would recommend working at Goldfish Swim School to a friend and 47% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Goldfish Swim School have been left by employees working as Manager , Front Desk Representative and Supervisor .

Does Goldfish Swim School pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Goldfish Swim School employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Goldfish Swim School. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Goldfish Swim School?

51% of Goldfish Swim School employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Goldfish Swim School 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Goldfish Swim School?

Swim Instructor (241) , Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (131) , Swim Teacher (49) , Deck Supervisor (43) , Front Desk Receptionist (40) , Instructor (35) , Assistant General Manager (24) , Deck Supervisor, Instructor, Lifeguard (24) , General Manager (24) , Lifeguard (23) , Manager (22) , Teacher (22) , Supervisor (16) , Front Desk (15) , Swim Instructor/Lifeguard (14)

What are the pros of working at Goldfish Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay and easy to work" ((in 80 reviews)); "Flexible hours and very rewarding!" ((in 56 reviews)); "The people I worked with were great and they train you on everything you need to know" ((in 51 reviews)); "Great coworkers and a fun environment" ((in 44 reviews)); "Working with the kids and staff is great" ((in 42 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Goldfish Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"poor management leads to high employee turnover" ((in 107 reviews)); "Lazy uncaring rude managers don’t care about your life outside of work or your health." ((in 30 reviews)); "Very difficult to get time off" ((in 28 reviews)); "No benefits for employees" ((in 17 reviews)); "Disorganized and poor upper management" ((in 14 reviews))

What are employees saying about Goldfish Swim School layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Goldfish Swim School layoffs and their outlook for job security at Goldfish Swim School in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Goldfish Swim School locations?

Chicago , Reston , Rochester , Needham , Alexandria , Falls Church , Farmington Hills , Johns Creek , Naperville , Ann Arbor , Okemos , Houston , Westerville , Wexford , Brookline , Middletown , Birmingham , Dublin , Columbia , Winter Park , Cary , Denver , Fort Washington , Livingston , Evanston , Plainfield , Richmond , Brooklyn , Burlington , Farmingdale

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3.5

51% would recommend to a friend

(1,089 total reviews)

Chris McCuiston

63% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Work/Life balance

2.9

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

Goldfish Swim School has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,089 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Goldfish Swim School employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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1K reviews

5.0

Jul 9, 2026

Great work environment with supportive management

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work environment and great management.

Cons

Hours can be awkward compared to a standard 9-5 but ultimately are very flexible

Goldfish Swim School Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a Sales Associate at the Brookline, MA location. It’s wonderful to hear that you’ve found such a supportive management team and a great work environment. We also appreciate you pointing out the flexibility that comes with the schedule, even if it looks a little different from a traditional 9-to-5. Because every Goldfish Swim School location is independently owned and operated, workplace experiences and scheduling practices can vary from one franchise to another. Thank you for being part of the team at the Brookline location and for helping create a positive experience for the children and families you serve. The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

5.0

Jun 28, 2026

Fun and exciting environment, but watch your hair

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Environment, people, fun, exciting, memorable

Cons

In water a lot can dye hair and ruin hair texture

Goldfish Swim School Response

We're so glad you enjoyed your role as a Swim Instructor at the Goldfish Swim School in Needham, MA! Thank you for being a literal superhero to the children in your community by playing a role in their journeys to water safety. Though, we're sorry to hear that not every aspect of the position met your expectations. Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise, and your experience as an employee can vary based on which franchisee is your employer. Thank you again, and we wish you all the best! The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

5.0

Jun 22, 2026

Flexible and fun environment, but weekends required

Assistant manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible, Fun, Community, Good work/life balance

Cons

Weekends as needed, events, limited solutions

Goldfish Swim School Response

1mo

Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience as an Assistant Manager at the Goldfish Swim School in Ashburn, VA! It's fin-tastic to hear that you enjoyed a great community and a good work/life balance. Though, we're sorry to hear that not every aspect of the role met your expectations. Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. Your experience as an employee can vary based on which franchisee is your employer. Thank you again, and we wish you the best in your career endeavors! The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

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Fun and exciting environment, but watch your hair

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