Britain lost to Euro group B winners Spain, external twice, but their early form has put them on the brink of a place at the 2012 European finals, external in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, in January.
“Thinking back two years ago when we first joined, we have come so far,” said GB World Class Performance Manager Joanna Wray.
“We have beaten some strong teams this year and last and I’m confident we will continue to get stronger with every match.”
Great Britain will secure their place at next year’s European Championships by defeating Ukraine this Saturday, which starts at 1800 BST at Manchester Aquatics Centre, external.