The Pupil Premium is additional funding which is allocated to schools on the basis of the number of pupils who have been eligible for free school meals (FSM) at any point over the last six years (known as ‘Ever 6 FSM’). The Pupil Premium is aimed at addressing the current underlying inequalities which exist between children from disadvantaged backgrounds and their more affluent peers. The Pupil Premium also provides funding for children who have left the local authority care because of adoption, a special guardianship order, a child arrangement order or a residence order.
Click on the links below to view how we spend the pupil premium funding, how it was spent last year and the action plan for the spending this year:
- Pupil Premium Strategy Statement 2024-2025
Department for Education – Pupil Premium Guidance
Articles and advice for children and young people.Education Endowment Foundation
When deciding how to best use the Pupil Premium, we take guidance from the Educational Endowment Foundation. Please click on this link for information.Recovery Premium Funding
The recovery premium grant is part of the government’s package of funding to support pupils whose education has been impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19).Check if your child is eligible for free school meals
If your child is eligible for free school meals, they’ll also qualify for the Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF). You have to apply before each holiday. Contact the School Office for further information. Other help may be available via the Household Support Fund.