Sports Premium Spending

Sports Premium Funding 

Sports Premium is extra funding that the school receives aimed at getting children more active and better prepared to live healthy and active lives.  We use our funding to develop and add to our PE and sports activities through hiring specialist coaches and accessing new sports.  

There are 5 key indicators that we aim to see improvement across:

• the engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity - the Chief Medical Officer guidelines recommend that all children and young people aged 5 to 18 engage in at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day, of which 30 minutes should be in school
• the profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement
• increased confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sport
• broader experience of a range of sports and activities offered to all pupils
• increased participation in competitive sport

Our Sports Premium document was written following consultation with a range of stakeholders, including staff, pupils, parents and governors.  Using the ideas gained, we have developed a range of priorities for the next year which are outlined in the document.  The aim of each one is to increase pupil participation in sports and to widen opportunities pupils have in PE.  Should you have any questions, please speak to Mr Swift.

We have really considered the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns on both physical and mental health and aim to use the Sports Premium funding to support these areas moving forward.

Swimming Proficiency

Swimming is learnt onsite, with all children from Reception to Year 6 getting the opportunity to learn in a 'pop up' pool.  This is delivered, constructed and coached by trained individuals who ensure the safety of children at all times.  There are always two trained swimming instructors (including a lifeguard) and a member of school staff present for these lessons.