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.
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.
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.
Outcome | 2023 | National Average (2023) | 2024 | National Average (2024) |
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% 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 |