Our pupil premium funding is used to benefit all eligible pupils. We ensure that we track pupil premium achievement and that all staff know which pupils need targeted intervention to support or extend their learning.
From the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year, the Department for Education (DfE) is delivering an expansion to FSM (Free School Meals) eligibility to include all pupils from households in receipt of Universal Credit.
There are two categories of FSM:
- Targeted FSM, which continues to be based on the existing £7,400 income threshold
- Expanded FSM, which will apply to meals only, covering pupils who do not qualify for Targeted FSM, but who are in households in receipt of Universal Credit