Pupil Premium
The document available to download, outlines Nelson Primary's strategy for utilising pupil premium and recovery premium funding to improve the attainment of disadvantaged pupils.
Key Facts (2024)
- Number of pupils: 439
- Pupils eligible for Pupil Premium: 193 (44%)
- Total funding this year: £343,290
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Our Approach
At Nelson, we aim to close the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers by:
✔ Providing high-quality teaching for all pupils
✔ Offering additional support for those who need it, including small group interventions
✔ Focusing on wellbeing and mental health to help pupils feel happy and ready to learn
✔ Improving attendance and punctualityKey Challenges We’re Addressing
- Many children in Nursery and Reception were born during COVID-19 and have delays in language, social skills, and resilience.
- Many pupils start school with limited vocabulary and phonics knowledge, making reading and writing more difficult.
- High numbers of pupils move schools throughout the year, leading to gaps in learning.
- The cost of living crisis and pandemic have affected the mental health of many pupils and families.
- Attendance rates for some disadvantaged pupils need improvement.
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What We’re Doing in 2024-2025
📚 Reading & Phonics: Extra phonics sessions and one-to-one reading support to help pupils improve quickly.
🎶 Language & Communication: ‘Soundtots’ musical programme to develop speech and vocabulary.
🎭 Creative Learning: Drama workshops to boost confidence, speaking skills, and engagement with learning.
📖 Reading for Pleasure: All pupils get to choose a book for their class library.
😊 Wellbeing Support: Pastoral care, mental health support, and early help for families in need.
🏫 Attendance Focus: Working with families to improve attendance and punctuality.Our Goals for This Year
🔹 More nursery and Reception pupils are reaching age-expected levels in speaking, reading, and writing.
🔹 72% of Year 1 pupils passed the Phonics Screening Check.
🔹 76% of disadvantaged pupils meet the expected KS2 reading standard.
🔹 95% attendance for disadvantaged pupils.By focusing on high-quality teaching, targeted support, and pupil wellbeing, we aim to ensure every child at Nelson Primary thrives.
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