Premium Funding
At Scout Road, we receive additional government funding to help ensure all children can reach their full potential. This funding comes through two key grants: Pupil Premium and Sports Premium.
Pupil Premium
The Pupil Premium was introduced by the government in April 2011 to raise the attainment of children from disadvantaged backgrounds. It provides extra money to support pupils who may need additional help, ensuring they have the same opportunities as others.
We think there may be many families who could be eligible but have not applied for a range of reasons.
Who qualifies?
Your child may be eligible for free school meals (and therefore Pupil Premium funding) if you receive any of the following:
Income Support
Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance or Employment and Support Allowance
Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
Child Tax Credit (if not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and with an annual income of no more than £16,190)
Working Tax Credit run-on
Universal Credit
In addition, all children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 receive free school meals automatically (universal infant free school meals). However, we still ask parents to register their eligibility so the school can receive the additional Pupil Premium funding.
Benefits of claiming
A healthy, nutritious school meal for your child
Saving money and time for families
Extra funding for the school to provide targeted support, resources and opportunities
How we use the Pupil Premium
We use the funding in ways that have the greatest impact on children’s progress, which may include:
Extra academic support in English and Maths
Pastoral support, mentoring and wellbeing programmes
Specialist staff training
Clubs, trips and enrichment opportunities
Improved resources and learning materials
We never single out or stigmatise children who benefit from this funding.
Sports Premium
The Sports Premium is funding provided by the government to help primary schools improve the quality of physical education (PE), sport and physical activity.
Purpose of the funding
The aim is to make sustainable improvements to the way schools deliver PE and encourage lifelong healthy, active lifestyles.
Schools must use the funding to:
Increase opportunities for pupils to take part in physical activity
Raise the profile of PE and sport across the school
Provide staff with training and resources to improve PE teaching
Introduce new sports and activities
Improve facilities and equipment for PE and play
Develop links with local sports clubs and organisations
How we use the Sports Premium
At Scout Road, we use the funding to:
Provide specialist sports coaching and extracurricular clubs
Purchase high-quality PE equipment
Train staff to deliver engaging PE lessons
Organise sporting competitions and events
Promote active play and wellbeing during break times
Why this matters
Both the Pupil Premium and Sports Premium play a vital role in giving every child the best possible start. By registering for free school meals (if eligible), you not only support your child but also help our school secure valuable funding to benefit all pupils.