Pupil Premium Statement
The Pupil Premium is additional funding provided by the government to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged pupils. At St Erth School, we are committed to using this funding effectively to close attainment gaps and ensure every child reaches their full potential.
Funding Allocation
This funding is based on the number of pupils who:
- Are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM), or have been eligible in the past six years (Ever 6 FSM).
- Are looked-after or previously looked-after children.
- Are children of service families.
Current funding rates set by the Department for Education are:
- £1,515 per eligible primary pupil
- £2,570 for looked-after and previously looked-after children
- £340 for service children.
Our Strategy
We publish a detailed Pupil Premium Strategy Statement annually by 31 December, in line with DfE requirements. This statement:
- Identifies the challenges faced by our disadvantaged pupils.
- Outlines how we will use the funding, drawing on evidence-based approaches recommended by the Education Endowment Foundation.
- Explains how we will measure impact and review progress.
Our strategy focuses on:
- High-quality teaching to raise attainment.
- Targeted academic support, including tutoring and small-group interventions.
- Wider strategies to address non-academic barriers, such as attendance, wellbeing, and enrichment opportunities.
Impact and Accountability
We monitor the impact of Pupil Premium spending throughout the year and report outcomes in our published strategy. Governors review the plan termly to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
The government website www.gov.uk provides the following information about the Pupil Premium.
