Pupil Premium

The Pupil Premium is funding provided by the Government to support disadvantaged pupils and improve their attainment. It was introduced in 2011 and is allocated to schools based on the number of pupils who are eligible for Free School Meals, are Looked After or are children of armed service personnel.

Research shows that children from low-income families can face additional challenges in school such as lower confidence, gaps in communication skills and sometimes issues with attendance. The Pupil Premium is designed to help close these gaps and ensure that all pupils thrive.

At Scapegoat Hill we take a broad view of disadvantage. This includes:

• Children eligible for Free School Meals or Pupil Premium funding
• Children in care or previously looked after
• Pupils with safeguarding concerns, young carers or those supported by a social worker
• Families who are “just about managing” or experiencing financial hardship
• Any child who faces challenges that could affect learning

Each year we receive a set amount of funding and use it to provide opportunities and support for pupils who need it most. On this page you’ll find details of how we spend this funding and the impact it has on our children.