2019-2020 Statement
Pupil Premium Strategy 2019-2020
At Leckhampton C of E Primary School, we are committed to providing excellent learning opportunities and experiences for our children. This belief is reflected in our school motto: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors.
Our learning culture and nurturing environment ensures that we set the highest expectations for all and continually strive to ensure that children succeed and enjoy school.
When deciding how to spend the pupil premium grant, it is important that we look at the potential barriers to learning which may be faced by children in receipt of pupil premium in the context of our school. The reasons for potential underachievement are many and varied and include; reduced support at home; social and emotional difficulties due to complex family situations, young carers, parent illness, specific learning difficulties or attendance and punctuality issues. Each child entitled to the pupil premium grant is unique in their situation and our response to their needs must reflect this.
At Leckhampton, we aim to build expertise which will enable us to provide a highly personalised programme of learning and support, which will help children to overcome barriers to learning and reach their targets at the end of each academic year.
Our key objective in using the pupil premium grant is to narrow the attainment and achievement gap between those entitled to pupil premium and those not. Children at Leckhampton achieve and attain well, often at standards much higher than those expected nationally. However, some children in receipt of pupil premium do not always attain as well as those who are not entitled to the pupil premium grant nationally. We aim to diminish this difference for our children.
We will ensure that:
- A high profile is given to Pupil Premium Pupils. There is a specific School Development Target aimed at diminishing differences for children in receipt of the pupil premium grant.
- All staff are accountable for the attainment and progress of children in receipt of the pupil premium grant.
- The Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team challenge and champion for children in receipt of the pupil premium grant.
The progress and attainment of all pupils at Leckhampton is rigorously tracked and analysed from a rich field of data in order to draw conclusions and set clear priorities for the future. We also consult with stakeholders and make use of a wide range of educational research in order to decide how best to spend our funding to maximise the opportunities for our pupils.
Total Pupil Premium Grant £30,200
Our funding priorities for 2019-20 fall into 4 key areas:
Learning and the Curriculum
Family Support
Social and Emotional Support
Enrichment within and beyond the curriculum
Learning and the Curriculum
- Providing a range of teacher and TP led interventions including; Learning Mentors allocated to all pupils in receipt of pupils premium, 1:1 and small group tutoring through personalised learning plans – £27, 350
- Bursary towards peripatetic music lessons – £180
- Extra-curricular opportunities – £200
Impact; Pupils reach their school based targets through personalised planned programmes of study. Pupils in Years 5 and 6 with high prior attainment, go on to reach the highest standards at the end of Key Stage 2. They enjoy learning experiences both in and out of the classroom which deepen knowledge and understanding, and foster a love of learning. Children have strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics which equip them for each stage in their learning journey.
Family Support
- Early Help Lead to support families and children
- Structured Conversations between teachers and families
- Support with purchasing uniform and PE kit – £620
- Improving attendance and punctuality – Attributed to learning mentor costs
Impact; Our Early Help Lead ensures that there is one point of contact to ensure a clearly coordinated approach for all families. Families holistic needs are met and through this support they are engaged and feel part of their child’s learning journey. Attendance is closely monitored and support offered to families when an issue arises. Children are able to attend school without worry or concern and are able to access a wealth of activities and opportunities offered by the school.
Social and Emotional Support
- Pastoral Support offering 1:1 or group sessions – delivered through Learning Mentor costs
- Parenting Support – Attributed to Early Help Lead costs
- Learning and Play Mentors – Attributed to TP costs
Impact; Children are able to discuss concerns or worries which may impact on their learning and well-being. They feel safe and happy in school and know what to do if they feel unsure about any aspect of school life. Learning and play mentors provide guidance and support for children who are experiencing difficulties in and out of the classroom. They promote an inclusive approach to playtimes and work to ensure positive experiences of all children. Children are able to utilise its benefits on a day to day basis throughout their learning. Time to Talk provides opportunities for children to develop language and communication skills. Confidence is built, enabling children to articulate thoughts, feelings and ideas with increased clarity and expression.
Enrichment Within and Beyond the Curriculum
- Enriched curriculum opportunities- subsidised trips and visitors – £650
- Wide variety of clubs
- Possible bursaries towards costs of Year 6 residential trip – £1200
Impact; Children in receipt of pupil premium funding are able to access a range of activities which are planned to support and nurture the whole child. All children are provided with the opportunity to attend the Isle of Wight visit; an experience which is truly memorable for all of our pupils.
We will review our strategy in July 2020
