The Pupil Premium is additional funding provided by the Government to help schools close the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers. This includes children who are currently or have previously been eligible for free school meals, looked-after children, and children of service families. The funding enables schools to provide targeted support and interventions that help every child achieve their very best.

At St Sebastian’s Catholic Primary School & Nursery, we use our Pupil Premium funding strategically to ensure that all pupils, regardless of background or circumstance, are given the opportunity to flourish — academically, socially and emotionally. Guided by our Catholic mission and school motto, “Only My Best Will Do. Be Kind to One Another,” we aim to remove barriers to learning through high-quality teaching, pastoral support, and enriched learning experiences that build confidence and aspiration.

We carefully monitor the progress and wellbeing of all pupils and evaluate the impact of our spending to ensure it makes a measurable difference. Our Pupil Premium Strategy outlines how the funding is used, the rationale behind our chosen approaches, and the outcomes achieved for our children.