Pupil Premium is additional money delegated to the academy and is matched to the number of pupils who are eligible for free school meals and children who are from service families. At Wainwright Primary Academy we use our funding for a range of purposes suited to the individual needs of our children.
Early reading and phonics support
Academic mentors hired through the National Tutoring Programme
Small groups and 1:1 support with key stage 1 in reading and writing.
Catch-up phonics intervention for year 3 pupils
PiXL transition package, QLA and DTTR used to support swift intervention
Early language intervention
How we will assess the effect of this expenditure on the educational attainment of our pupils
Teachers and the raising standards lead will work together to analyse and compare data to autumn baselines to check that gaps in learning have been addressed and children are on track to meet their targets.
All young people should have the opportunity to live healthy and active lives. A positive experience of sport and physical activity at a young age can build a lifetime habit of participation and is central to meeting the government’s ambitions for a world-class education system.
The PE and sport premium can help primary schools to achieve this aim, providing primary schools with £320m of government funding to make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of the PE, physical activity and sport offered through their core budgets. It is allocated directly to schools so they have the flexibility to use it in the way that works best for their pupils.
Total amount of PE and premium funding received (2025-26): £19,040
Breakdown of spend:
Total spend on CPD: £8,500
Total spent on extra-curricular opportunities: £2,540
Internal top-swimming lessons or broadening aquatic opportunities for pupils: £8,000
In line with the national curriculum requirements for swimming and water safety, the data for the current cohort of year 6 pupils is shown below:
Increasing confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sporting activities prioritising CPD and training where needed.
Staff confidence, knowledge and skills in teaching PE and sporting activities are strengthened through targeted CPD, training and ongoing professional support. Staff are provided with opportunities to develop their subject knowledge, understand effective teaching approaches and build confidence in planning and delivering high-quality PE lessons across a range of physical activities. Where specific areas for development are identified, targeted training and support are provided to ensure staff have the knowledge and skills needed to deliver the PE curriculum effectively.
As a result, teachers are increasingly confident in using effective pedagogical approaches, adapting activities to meet the needs of all learners and providing appropriate challenge and support. Improved subject knowledge enables staff to deliver purposeful, inclusive and engaging lessons, with clear progression in skills, knowledge and understanding across the school.
This improved teaching practice has a positive impact on children’s experiences and outcomes in PE. Children develop greater physical competence, confidence and enjoyment across a broad range of activities, including dance, gymnastics, games and sport. They build and apply skills progressively as they move through the school and are increasingly able to demonstrate resilience, teamwork, communication and leadership skills through well-planned learning experiences. Children remain engaged and motivated because lessons are purposeful, inclusive and responsive to their individual needs. Through continued investment in staff CPD and professional development, the school is developing a consistent and sustainable approach to PE teaching, ensuring that staff feel confident and equipped to provide high-quality physical education for all pupils.
Increasing engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity and sporting activities.
Throughout the school year, all pupils have had regular opportunities to take part in sport and develop their physical skills through a wide range of experiences. These have included high-quality PE lessons, swimming, after-school sports clubs, sports day and whole-school events such as the great athlete event.
All pupils have been encouraged to participate, regardless of their ability or previous experience. PE lessons are adapted and engaging, ensuring activities are inclusive and provide appropriate challenge and support for all children. This has helped to develop pupils’ confidence, enjoyment and willingness to participate.
A particular highlight was our whole-school athlete visit from Joel Fearon, who engaged all pupils in a fun and inclusive fitness circuit. The event gave children an exciting opportunity to be active while also learning about the journey of an athlete. Joel encouraged children to believe that becoming an athlete was an achievable ambition and discussed the dedication, commitment and perseverance needed to work towards their goals. This helped to inspire pupils and develop positive attitudes towards sport and fitness.
Alongside curriculum PE, after-school sports clubs have provided additional opportunities for children to develop their skills, try new activities and remain active beyond the school day. Swimming has also supported pupils to develop important physical skills, confidence and water safety awareness.
More children are engaging positively in sport, developing confidence, teamwork, resilience and enjoyment. The range of inclusive experiences ensures that every child can participate, discover activities they enjoy and develop healthy, active habits that can continue beyond primary school.
Increasing participation in competitive sport.
Throughout the year, children have had increased opportunities to participate in competitive sport both within school and through extracurricular activities. PE lessons have provided children with regular opportunities to develop the key skills, knowledge and understanding needed to participate confidently in competitive sports. Children have developed skills such as teamwork, communication, decision-making, resilience and sportsmanship, while learning how to apply these in competitive situations.
A key stage 2 football club has provided further opportunities for children to develop their skills and experience competition beyond their regular PE lessons. Children have worked collaboratively as part of a team, developed their understanding of competitive play and had opportunities to represent the school in fixtures against other schools. These experiences have enabled pupils to apply the skills they have developed in school in real competitive situations, while building confidence and developing positive attitudes towards competition.
Sports day has also provided an opportunity for all children to participate in competitive events, with pupils taking part in a range of races and activities. This has encouraged children to challenge themselves, demonstrate resilience and celebrate both individual and team achievements.
Provide top-up swimming to progress confidents in the water.
Children reaching the end of key stage 2 who have not yet met the national curriculum swimming and water safety requirements will receive additional targeted support to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to meet these expectations. Alongside developing their swimming ability, children will receive essential education around water safety, helping them to understand how to stay safe and respond appropriately in and around water.
Through targeted weekly swimming sessions, children will develop key swimming strokes, improve their water confidence and work towards being able to swim at least 25 metres competently and confidently. Sessions will provide regular opportunities for children to practise and refine their skills, enabling them to make sustained progress and apply their learning in a range of swimming and water-based situations. Particular emphasis will be placed on water safety, self-rescue and developing children’s understanding of how to respond safely in an emergency.
Regular attendance will support children to build their physical competence and confidence in the water. As their skills develop, children will become increasingly independent swimmers and more able to demonstrate safe behaviours when in or around water.
As a result, more children will leave primary school having achieved the expected swimming and water safety outcomes. They will be able to swim confidently over 25 metres, use a range of swimming strokes effectively and demonstrate appropriate water safety and self-rescue skills. This will enhance their physical development, confidence and independence, while providing them with essential life skills that can support their safe participation in swimming and other water-based activities throughout their lives.
Increasing confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sporting activities prioritising CPD and training where needed.
The development of staff confidence and expertise will be sustained through an ongoing cycle of professional development, monitoring and collaboration. PE will continue to be included within the school’s wider CPD programme, with staff development needs identified through lesson observations, pupil outcomes and staff feedback. This will allow training and support to remain responsive to the needs of teachers and pupils.
Staff will continue to share effective practice and resources, providing opportunities to learn from colleagues and build consistency across year groups. The PE curriculum and progression of skills will be regularly reviewed to ensure that learning remains well sequenced and that staff have clear guidance and resources to support effective delivery. Staff who develop particular areas of expertise will be encouraged to share their knowledge with colleagues, helping to build capacity within school and reduce reliance on external support.
Increasing engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity and sporting activities.
The increased participation in sport will be sustained by embedding regular opportunities to be active within the school’s curriculum and wider offer. High-quality, inclusive PE lessons will remain central to the school timetable, with activities adapted to ensure that all pupils can participate and experience success. The PE curriculum will continue to provide a broad range of sports and activities, allowing children to develop skills and discover areas they enjoy.
The school will continue to provide opportunities beyond curriculum PE through a programme of after-school sports clubs, inter-school competitions, sports day and whole-school sporting events. The range of clubs and activities will be reviewed regularly in response to pupil interests, participation levels and identified needs, ensuring that opportunities remain engaging and accessible to all.
Pupil voice and participation levels will be used to identify activities that children enjoy and areas where further opportunities could be provided. Staff will continue to promote active lifestyles and encourage children to participate, particularly those who may be less confident or less likely to engage in sport.
The school will also continue to develop links with local sporting organisations, schools and external providers where appropriate, creating additional opportunities for children to experience new activities and competitive events. Where successful initiatives are introduced, these will be incorporated into the school’s annual PE and sporting programme to ensure that they become sustainable features of school life.
Provide top-up swimming to progress confidents in the water.
The school will sustain improvements in swimming and water safety by continuing to identify pupils who have not yet met the expected swimming and water safety outcomes and providing targeted support at the earliest opportunity. Swimming progress will be monitored throughout key stage 2, allowing staff to identify gaps in skills and ensure that additional support is provided where needed. Targeted swimming sessions will continue to provide regular opportunities for pupils to practise and develop their swimming strokes, water confidence, water safety and self-rescue skills. Progress will be monitored so that sessions remain focused on individual needs and pupils can work towards achieving the required outcomes by the end of key stage 2.
Water safety will continue to be reinforced through swimming sessions and the wider curriculum, ensuring that pupils understand how to behave safely in and around water and know how to respond in an emergency. Staff will continue to promote the importance of these skills as essential life skills rather than focusing solely on achieving the 25-metre swimming requirement.
