Pupil Premium is additional funding given to publicly funded schools in England to raise the attainment of disadvantaged pupils and close the gap between them and their peers. Children who are entitled to receive Free School Meals (FSM), ‘Looked After Children’ (LAC) and children whose parents are in the Armed Forces are all eligible for the funding.
If you would like to check to see if you are entitled to Free School Meals/Pupil Premium please have a look at the following link: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-transport-and-free-school-meals/apply-for-free-school-meals/
Longney C of E Primary Academy has the intention of using the pupil premium funding strategically so that the attainment gap is narrowed and every child is enabled to flourish.
To date, Pupil Premium funding has contributed towards the costs of providing:
- Teaching Assistant intervention: Teaching assistants work with pupils across the school on a one to one, small group or through support in class to ensure that their progress is at least in line with national expectations.
- Pastoral care: We have funded the use of Boxall as an intervention programme to help support children experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
- Family Support: Our play therapists work with pupils to ensure that for those where emotional or behavioural needs may have an impact on learning are given the support to address and overcome these difficulties.
- Enrichment of the curriculum: To support our curriculum, all classes go on trips to further engage them in their learning. Year 5 and 6 attend residential trips to allow them to experience outdoor adventure and activity that develops their confidence, self-esteem and team building skills.
- Extra-curricular activities: We are able to offer a range of extra-curricular activities including music and physical activity for many of our pupils participate in. This allows for further enhancement of a child’s education as well as acquiring skills in the arts and has a positive impact on their learning.
