Pupil premium is additional money delegated to the academy and is matched to the number of pupils who are eligible for free school meals and who are children of service families. At Samuel Barlow Primary we use our funding for a range of purposes suited to the individual needs of our children.
Early reading, language and phonics support.
Catch-up phonics and reading interventions for lowest 20%.
Implementation of core curriculum slightly adapted to provide students with core focus and core knowledge in key curriculum areas.
PiXL transition package DTTR, swift intervention as required by diagnostic assessments.
Social and emotional support to ensure children can access learning in the academy (family support worker and TAs).
Teachers and the raising standards lead will work together to analyse and compare data to autumn baselines to check that gaps in learning have been addressed and children are on track to meet their targets.
All young people should have the opportunity to live healthy and active lives. A positive experience of sport and physical activity at a young age can build a lifetime habit of participation and is central to meeting the government’s ambitions for a world-class education system.
The PE and sport premium can help primary schools to achieve this aim, providing primary schools with £320m of government funding to make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of the PE, physical activity and sport offered through their core budgets. It is allocated directly to schools so they have the flexibility to use it in the way that works best for their pupils.
Total amount of PE and premium funding received (2025-26): £18,030
Breakdown of spend:
Total spend on CPD: £10,000
Total spent on extra-curricular opportunities: £5,000
Total spent on equipment and resources: £3,030
Impact on pupils participation and attainment in PE and sport
The academy’s investment in high-quality staff training, enhanced resources and increased extra-curricular provision has led to greater pupil participation in PE and sport. Pupils benefit from a broader range of physical activities, higher-quality teaching and increased opportunities to develop their physical skills, confidence and enjoyment of sport.
Targeted support has also enabled greater engagement from disadvantaged pupils, pupils with SEND and those with additional needs, ensuring inclusive participation for all.
Attainment in PE has improved through more consistent teaching and progressive skill development across the curriculum.
Swimming outcomes remain strong, with the majority of year 6 pupils achieving expected standards in swimming proficiency, stroke development and water safety.
The academy will sustain these improvements by continuing to invest in professional development for staff, ensuring high-quality PE teaching remains embedded across all year groups. Existing resources and equipment will continue to support a broad and engaging curriculum, while extra-curricular opportunities will remain a key feature of provision.
Regular monitoring of participation, attainment and pupil engagement will enable leaders to identify areas for further development and ensure that all pupils continue to benefit from high-quality PE, sport and physical activity opportunities.
In line with the national curriculum requirements for swimming and water safety, the data for the current cohort of year 6 pupils is shown below:
Total amount of PE and premium funding received (2024-25): £17,800
Breakdown of spend:
Total spend on external activities: £0
Total spend on CPD: £17,600
Total spend on internal activities: £200
Impact on pupils participation and attainment in PE and sport:
Investing heavily in continuing professional development (CPD) by incorporating professional sports coaches into team teaching has had a transformative impact on pupil participation and attainment in PE. The presence of skilled coaches not only elevated the quality of instruction but also inspired both staff and students, fostering a culture of enthusiasm and engagement around physical education. Pupils were exposed to a broader range of sports, which increased opportunities for all abilities and interests, including inclusive PE tailored for SEND children. This inclusive approach helped break down barriers to participation, ensuring every pupil felt valued and capable. As a result, schools saw a marked improvement in both the confidence and competence of students in PE, with many showing increased motivation, skill development, and a more positive attitude towards physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
In line with the national curriculum requirements for swimming and water safety, the data for the current cohort of year 6 pupils is shown below:
