The PE and Sport Premium is an additional layer of funding received by schools. It is ring-fenced so can only be spent on improving the quality and breadth of PE and School Sport. It has been doubled to support schools to implement the government’s Obesity Strategy and to support the health and wellbeing of all young people in the school.
There is now a total grant of £16,000 plus £10 per child on roll. We receive this each academic year. The grant comes from 3 government departments:
We have chosen to work with Elite Sports this year. Their aim is to provide a wide range of sporting activities for young children and are committed to ensuring and helping them reach and realise their full potential through sport.
By working together we can; share best practice, collaborate on PE programmes, exchange high quality ideas, engage different young people in events and broaden local competition options.
We do this by focusing work into 4 areas:
The Sports Premium funding for 2024–2025 has had a significant positive impact across St Botolph’s. It has enhanced staff confidence and competence in teaching PE through the GetSet4PE scheme, which provides structured guidance and resources. Pupils benefit from two hours of PE weekly, supported by new equipment to boost engagement and attainment. The funding has raised the profile of PE through enrichment activities such as glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, tri-golf, and fencing, offering a broader range of experiences for all pupils. Extra-curricular participation has increased through free enrichment sessions and targeted support for disadvantaged pupils via free after-school and lunchtime clubs. While competitive sport participation saw no direct impact, overall physical activity and enjoyment of sport have improved significantly.
Each year we publish a report on our website. This tells our visitors how we have spent our grant and what the impact has been.
The positive impact of the Sports Premium funding will be sustained through continued use of the GetSet4PE scheme, which provides structured resources and training to maintain staff confidence and competence in teaching PE. Regular timetabled PE sessions and investment in quality equipment will ensure ongoing pupil engagement and attainment. Enrichment activities and exposure to diverse sports will remain a priority, fostering long-term interest and inclusivity. Additionally, free after-school and lunchtime clubs for disadvantaged pupils will continue to promote equal opportunities, embedding a culture of physical activity across the school
The School Governors receive a report from the Headteacher which covers the above questions. Governors are invited to visit and monitor the impact of our premium at a school level and also at our shared events.