Pupil Premium , Sports Premium and Inclusion Funding are ring-fenced amounts of money which schools must use to an effective end.
Sports Premium
What is sports premium?
Sports Premium funding is allocated to schools to enhance the quality of physical education (PE) and sport offered to pupils. This funding is designed to improve the provision of PE, increase participation in physical activities, and promote healthy lifestyles among students. Schools are encouraged to use this funding to develop a broad range of sporting opportunities, improve the skills of staff through training, provide access to high-quality coaching, and enhance facilities and equipment. Ultimately, the goal of Sports Premium funding is to ensure that all pupils benefit from a well-rounded physical education experience, fostering a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.
Pupil Premium
What is the Pupil Premium?
The Pupil Premium is a Government grant which is allocated to schools to assist pupils from low-income families who are eligible for free school meals (FSM) and for children who have been ‘looked after’ by the Local Authority for more than six months.
“It is for schools to decide how the Pupil Premium, allocated to schools per FSM pupil, is spent, since they are best placed to assess what additional provision should be made for the individual pupils within their responsibility.” Source – DFE website.
Inclusion Funding
What is Inclusion Funding?
Schools now receive Inclusion Funding which is dedicated to supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), or other barriers to learning, to ensure they have equitable access to education and opportunities to thrive. This funding is used to implement targeted interventions, provide additional resources, and enhance our inclusive practices, allowing us to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Our Inclusion Funding strategy outlines how we allocate these resources effectively to create an inclusive environment that promotes engagement, participation, and academic success for every pupil, particularly those facing additional challenges.