Pupil Premium
Pupil Premium Funding (PPF) is a national scheme which has been available to schools since its introduction in April 2011. The Government introduced the PPF as a way of reducing the inequalities experienced by disadvantaged children up to the age of 16. It is described by the government as a ‘deprivation grant’ and is available to schools to provide additional support to help narrow any gaps between the progress and achievements of these children (as described below) and their peers. Since its introduction in 2011 the amount of funding schools receive for such children has risen each year. It allows schools to provide extra resources to help improve the standards of those children who are:
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looked after by the local authority (Children in Care) or adopted from care under the Adoption and Children Act 2002 or have left care under a Special Guardianship or Residence Order.
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currently in receipt of Free School Meals (FSM) or have been eligible for free schools meals at any point in the last six years (also known as FSM6). This should not be confused with universal free school meals (UFSM), which all children are entitled to in Reception, Year 1 and 2.
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for children whose parent/s are currently serving in the armed forces or have served at any time in the last 5 years (known as the Service Pupil Premium or SPP).
What funding does the school receive?
2023-24
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Children in Care attract the ‘Pupil Premium Plus’ - £2530
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FSM/FSM6 - £1455 per pupil.
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Service Child Premium or SPP - £335
How does the school get the funding?
The school receives the funding from the government depending on the data it provides during the school census. It relies on parents providing appropriate evidence of either status (i.e. low income or Armed Services member). In the case of low income, please see below. If you are (or have been within the last 5 years) a serving member of the Armed Forces please let us know directly.
This is not just about getting a free school meal. Even if your child is in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2, the school may still qualify for further financial support for your child if you are in receipt of low income. This money will be used to help your child achieve as well (if not better) than their peers; it is important for you to check eligibility using the simple online service.
Please see our current strategy below.
How do I know if my child is eligible for Pupil Premium funding?
Pupil Premium funding, (which includes a free school meal for those not already entitled under the universal infant free school meals scheme) is available to ALL pupils (in all year groups) whose parents are in receipt certain benefits.
If you would like more information or further advice, please contact the school office to discuss further or go to Apply for Free School Meals, type in your postcode from where you will be taken directly the page for your local authority to apply. It is a simple process but don't hesitate to contact us if you need help with this.
