Pupil Premium
Pupil Premium at Rectory CE Primary School
At Rectory Church of England Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that every child—regardless of background—has access to an enriched, high-quality education that nurtures both academic achievement and personal growth. Our Pupil Premium strategy is a key part of this commitment.
💡 What is Pupil Premium?
Pupil Premium is additional government funding provided to schools to help close the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers. It is allocated to schools based on the number of pupils who are:
Eligible for free school meals (FSM)
Looked-after children (CLA)
Previously looked-after children (PCLA)
From families with parents in the armed forces
🎯 Our Vision: Equity and Excellence for All
We believe no child should be left behind because of disadvantage. Our strategy is rooted in inclusion, aspiration, and compassion. We aim to:
Close the attainment gap year on year
Remove barriers to learning
Support social, emotional, and academic development
Ensure every child thrives in a nurturing, high-expectation environment
🛠️ How We Use the Funding
Our Pupil Premium strategy is woven into our whole-school development plan and guided by national research, including the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF). Key areas of investment include:
1. High-Quality Teaching
Instructional coaching for all staff
CPD in phonics (RWI) and Maths Mastery (Maths No Problem)
Makaton and Attention Autism training for EYFS and ASC staff
2. Targeted Academic Support
Speech and language screening (Welcomm)
Dyslexia screening and interventions
Reading Plus for literacy development
3. Wider Strategies
Trauma-Informed Approaches (TIA) across the school
Education Welfare Officer (EWO) support for attendance
Free Breakfast Club places for eligible families
Enrichment opportunities to build cultural capital
Introduction of the No Outsiders programme to promote inclusion and equality
Emotional wellbeing support through DESTY and LEGO Therapy
📈 Our Goals (2025–2028)
We are working towards:
Improved academic progress for disadvantaged pupils in reading, writing, and maths
Higher attendance and punctuality, aiming for 95%+ attendance
Enhanced emotional wellbeing, with fewer behaviour incidents and increased resilience
Stronger oracy and communication skills
Embedded trauma-informed practice across school and family support
Increased access to enrichment, ensuring all pupils experience trips, clubs, and cultural activities
🔍 Monitoring Impact
We rigorously track progress through assessments, pupil voice, attendance data, and wellbeing surveys. Our strategy is reviewed annually to ensure it remains responsive to the needs of our pupils and community.
📞 Want to Know More?
If you’d like to learn more about our Pupil Premium strategy or how we support disadvantaged pupils, please contact the school office. We welcome your questions and involvement.