Pupil Premium
Our priorities
We use Pupil Premium funding to:
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Improve language development, reading and writing for disadvantaged pupils.
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Strengthen attendance and punctuality for pupils at risk of persistent absence.
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Support wellbeing and readiness to learn, so every child can thrive.
Key activities
This year we are investing in:
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Phonics and reading interventions – to close gaps in early literacy.
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Speech & language groups – to boost oral language and vocabulary.
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Nurture Farm provision – therapeutic and outdoor learning for SEMH needs.
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ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support) – targeted wellbeing sessions.
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Forest School sessions – building confidence, teamwork and resilience.
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Attendance & family support – helping families overcome barriers.
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Free/subsidised uniform and school visits – removing cost barriers to inclusion.
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Food hampers for families in need – supporting attendance and wellbeing.
Impact so far
In 2024/25, this funding helped us to:
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Improve reading fluency and close gaps in early literacy.
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Increase disadvantaged pupils’ participation in extra-curricular activities.
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Strengthen wellbeing, behaviour and readiness to learn through Nurture, ELSA and Forest School.
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Ensure all pupils could take part in visits and trips, regardless of financial circumstances.
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Support families in need with food hampers, which contributed to improved attendance and engagement.