Helping Every Child to Flourish

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At our school, our vision, “Inspired by Christ, we serve one another in love,” is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every child is unique, valued and deserving of the opportunity to flourish, both academically and personally.

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Guided by our Christian values, we are committed to ensuring that all children feel supported, included and encouraged to achieve their very best, whatever their background or circumstances.

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Pupil Premium funding helps us put this vision into action by providing additional support, opportunities and experiences for children who may face barriers to learning. Through care, encouragement and high expectations, we aim to ensure that every child has the chance to grow in confidence, develop their talents and reach their full potential.

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What is Pupil Premium?

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Pupil Premium is additional funding provided by the government to help schools support children who may face extra challenges with their learning. It helps us remove barriers, provide additional opportunities and ensure that all children have the support they need to succeed.

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Who Receives Pupil Premium Funding?

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Schools receive Pupil Premium funding for children who meet certain eligibility criteria. This includes children who are eligible for Targeted Free School Meals, or who have been eligible within the previous six years, as well as children who have previously been in local authority care.

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Additional funding is also available to support children currently in care and eligible children from Armed Forces families.

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Free School Meals – What's Changed?

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From September 2026, the government has made Free School Meals available to more families.

There are now two categories of benefits-related Free School Meals:

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• Targeted Free School Meals: For children whose families meet the existing eligibility criteria, including the relevant income threshold. These children may also qualify for additional Pupil Premium funding for their school.

• Expanded Free School Meals: For children whose families receive Universal Credit but do not meet the Targeted Free School Meals criteria. These children can now receive free school meals too, although this new entitlement does not automatically provide additional Pupil Premium funding for their school.

 

Why does this matter?

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Even if your child already receives a free school meal, it is important that their eligibility is correctly recorded. This helps us make sure our school receives the funding it is entitled to, so we can provide the best possible support for our pupils.

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How Do We Use Pupil Premium Funding?

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Inspired by our vision of serving one another in love, we carefully plan how to use our Pupil Premium funding to make a positive difference to children's learning, wellbeing and school experiences.

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This may include:

• Providing extra help with learning, including small-group support and individual interventions.

• Supporting children's emotional wellbeing, confidence and friendships.

• Helping children develop their reading, writing and maths skills.

• Improving attendance and removing barriers to learning.

• Helping children take part in wider school opportunities and enriching experiences.

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We know that every child is different, so we use the funding in ways that best meet the needs of our pupils, helping them to feel valued, supported and ready to flourish.

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How Do We Know It Makes a Difference?

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We regularly review the support we provide and the progress children make to ensure that our Pupil Premium funding is having a positive impact.

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Our Pupil Premium Strategy Statement explains how we use this funding, what we hope to achieve and the difference it makes to our children.

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Find Out More

You can read our Pupil Premium Strategy Statement and supporting documents below. These explain how we plan to spend our funding and how it is helping children across our school.

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Not sure if your child is eligible for Free School Meals?

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Please contact our school office. We will be happy to help you find out more about eligibility and how to apply.