Sport Premium

Since September 2013, all primary schools across England have received a share of the Government £150m per annum Primary Physical Education and Sport Premium. The funding is ring-fenced and must be spent on improving the provision and quality of PE and sport in primary schools so that pupils develop healthy, active lifestyles.

The PRU supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties in their mainstream schools. Through both our outreach and in-reach services we provide a holistic approach to support and work closely in partnership with families and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils.

The benefits of physical activity for children are well established. Pupils who are dual registered will, in the main, have access to the full PE curriculum at their mainstream school. In addition, the PRU will also offer a range of PE options to give pupils additional opportunities as part of our own curriculum, considering the needs of pupils.  We believe that as well as its role for encouraging pupils to stay healthy and build confidence, physical education represents one of the basic tools to initiate, from an early age, healthy habits that contribute to physical and mental well-being. It embeds all of the PRU values.

How has the money been used?

Swimming:

Throughout the academic year, our Sports Premium grant enabled us to provide swimming lessons for every pupil in Key Stage 2, an opportunity that extends beyond the curriculum's requirement for Year 6. The grant covered the cost of both the expert-led sessions and the necessary travel to the swimming pool. The lessons were designed to build swimming proficiency and crucial water safety skills. For many children, this was their first-ever experience in a pool, which provided a significant boost to their self-esteem. We are proud to report that all pupils grew in confidence and ability, and many have developed a love for swimming that we hope will last a lifetime. Considering the needs of our pupils, this initiative was a resounding success.

Active playtimes:

Outside playtimes at the PRU are structured in a way that there is a variety of equipment to encourage physical activity. The equipment addresses different types of physical activity, for example balance, hand eye coordination and increasing stamina. In order to support this, we bought a variety of equipment, for example tennis equipment, trampoline, exercise balls, etc.

Curriculum:

Utilising off-site activities has been an effective strategy for enriching our PE curriculum. A key highlight was the whole-PRU sports day held in the summer term, which brought together children from all our sites for a day of friendly competition and new challenges. The event was highly successful, delivering benefits that extended far beyond physical skill acquisition. By engaging in unfamiliar activities, pupils developed resilience and perseverance. The collaborative nature of the day fostered a wonderful sense of team spirit, sportsmanship, and mutual respect among peers. As a result, students experienced a tangible sense of achievement and pride, leading to a marked increase in their self-esteem and confidence.

Impact (2024/25)

How will the money be used in 2025/26?

Next steps:

The aim for 2025/26 is to ensure all staff are able to access CPD sessions to develop confidence and upskill themselves in all aspects of PE. In addition, we aim to explore links with schools and facilitate a wider range opportunities and activities for our pupils, including increased opportunities for outdoor adventurous activities and team activities.