In 2011–2012, the Government introduced Pupil Premium funding to help schools reduce the impact of disadvantage and ensure that all children have the opportunity to succeed. Funding is allocated to schools based on the number of pupils who are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM), Looked After Children, and, since 2012–2013, children who have been eligible for FSM at any point in the previous six years, as well as children of service personnel.

Although schools are free to decide how best to use Pupil Premium funding, the Government requires schools to be transparent about how the money is spent and the impact it has on pupils’ outcomes. Details of our planned expenditure and the impact of previous spending can be found in the documents below.

At our school, Pupil Premium funding is used to ensure that all children are able to reach their full potential, both academically and personally. Our approach is rooted in early intervention, high‑quality teaching, and targeted support, alongside wider strategies that promote wellbeing, confidence, and positive attitudes to learning.

Funding is carefully targeted to:

• Improve oral language, communication, and early reading, ensuring strong foundations for learning
• Raise attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics, particularly for disadvantaged pupils
• Provide targeted academic support, including interventions, tutoring, and one‑to‑one provision
• Enhance pupils’ cultural capital through enrichment opportunities such as music, educational visits, visitors, residentials, and extra‑curricular activities
• Support attendance, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing, especially for vulnerable pupils facing additional challenges

We are committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring that no child is disadvantaged by their circumstances. In line with our Christian values, we believe that every child has unique gifts and talents, and through our Pupil Premium provision we seek to nurture confidence, resilience, and aspiration — helping every child to let their light shine.