For some years now, the Government has provided funding to primary schools in order to improve the provision of physical education and sport. All state-maintained schools, academies, middle schools, special schools and pupil referral units which have primary aged pupils receive the funding.
This funding is ring-fenced and therefore can only be spent on provision for PE and sport in schools. We are held accountable for how we use the additional funding to support pupil progress and participation in PE and school sport. We are required to publish on-line information about how we have used the additional funding, including details about our sporting provision alongside curriculum details.
Allocation:
All schools with 17 or more primary-aged pupils receive a lump sum of £16,000 plus a premium of £10 per pupil. For the academic year 2024 to 2025, we received £16,540 and the reports attached detail how we have spent this. Below is a statement explaining the impact this funding has had on the delivery of our PE curriculum.
The PE and sport premium funding has had a significant and lasting impact on the school, enhancing the quality of physical education and broadening access to sport for all pupils. The funding has been used effectively to strengthen staff confidence, knowledge, and skills in delivering high-quality PE lessons through targeted professional development and specialist coaching. As a result, lessons are more inclusive and engaging, ensuring that all pupils, including those with SEND, girls, and disadvantaged pupils, can take part and achieve success. The school has also built stronger links with community sports clubs and developed youth leadership opportunities, creating a wider and more equal experience of physical activity for all.
The funding has also helped to increase pupil participation, enjoyment, and achievement in sport. More pupils are now taking part in extra-curricular clubs, inter-school competitions, and swimming lessons, with 44% of Year 6 pupils able to swim 25 metres competently and perform safe self-rescue. These improvements have made a sustained contribution to the school’s culture of health and wellbeing, encouraging pupils to lead active lifestyles both in and beyond school. Continued investment in staff development, equipment, and community partnerships will ensure that these positive outcomes are maintained for years to come.
