What is Pupil Premium?
Pupil Premium was introduced by the government in 2011-2012 as an additional contribution to main school funding in order for schools to,
“The pupil premium grant is funding to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged pupils in state-funded schools in England. In the financial year 2023-24, pupil premium spending will increase to almost £2.9 billion”.
DfE September 2023
The Pupil Premium is allocated to children from low-income families who are currently known to be eligible for free school meals (FSM) and children who have been looked after continuously for more than six months. A premium has also been introduced for children whose parents are currently serving in the armed forces. Pupil Premium funding was extended in 2012-2013 to include funding for children who have been eligible for free school meals (FSM) at any point in the last 6 years (Ever6).
For the 2023-2024 academic year, Pupil Premium funding is £1,455 per child.
Please click the link below for more information on our pupil premium funding:
Pupil Premium Strategy 2023 2024
If you would like further information about the Pupil Premium or think your child may be eligible then please contact the school office.
