Parents Meet the Headteacher February 4th 3:30pm

Pupil Premium

Pupil Premium and Strategy

The Government believes that the Pupil Premium, which is additional to main school funding, is the best way to address the current inequalities between children eligible for free school meals (FSM) and their wealthier peers. It ensures that funding to tackle disadvantage reaches the pupils who need it most.

At Alleyne's Academy, the Pupil Premium funds are used to provide a wide range of cultural opportunities across the curriculum. Developing students' 'cultural capital' equips them with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to be successful in life beyond Alleyne's. Activities include extra-curricular programs such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, theatre trips, sports clubs, and school trips to inspiring destinations like Madrid, Reykjavik, Seville, and Sorrento.

Support for Pupil Premium Students

Each lower school year group has a dedicated Learning Mentor who works closely with subject teachers to identify the support required to help pupil premium students achieve or exceed their target grades. Mentors also encourage students to develop key life skills by taking part in extra-curricular activities, as there is a strong correlation between participation and academic success.

Use of Pupil Premium Funding

The Pupil Premium is allocated directly to the school, which has the autonomy to decide how to spend it, in line with the Department for Education's approved menu of approaches.

Pupil Premium Outcomes

Outcome 2023 National Average (2023) 2024 National Average (2024)
% achieving 9-4 in English and Maths 58% 42.9% 33% TBC
% achieving 9-5 in English and Maths 42% 24.8% 21% TBC
Progress 8 Score -0.40 -0.58 -0.32 TBC
Attainment 8 Score 4.1 3.5 3.5 TBC

Pupil Premium Strategies