PE and Sport Premium
What is the PE and Sport Premium?
The PE and Sport Premium is extra government funding given to all primary schools to help improve the quality of physical education (PE), sport, and physical activity for children.
The aim is to make sure children are more active, healthier, and develop a lifelong love of sport and fitness. Schools must use the money to make lasting improvements that will benefit current and future pupils.
Why do schools receive this funding?
Schools are expected to use this funding to:
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Increase physical activity levels for all pupils.
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Raise the profile of PE and sport across the school.
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Help staff improve their confidence and skills in teaching PE.
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Offer children a wider range of sports and activities.
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Encourage more participation in competitions and team sports.
How much funding do we receive?
Each year, schools receive:
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A base amount of £16,000,
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Plus £10 for every pupil in Years 1 to 6.
At St John Fisher RC Primary School, we publish a full breakdown each year showing:
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How much we received,
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How we spent it,
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The difference it has made to our pupils.
👉 Click here to read our latest PE and Sport Premium report (PDF)
How we use the funding at St John Fisher RC Primary School
We are passionate about keeping our pupils active and healthy. Here's how we have used the funding:
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Brought in qualified s
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ports coaches to work alongside teachers.
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Trained staff so they can deliver high-quality PE lessons.
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Bought new equipment for PE lessons and playtimes.
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Improved our outdoor spaces to encourage active play.
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Expanded our after-school clubs, including sports like football, dance, and gymnastics.
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Covered transport costs so children can attend local sports competitions.
Our goal is to make sure all children enjoy being active and have the chance to try new sports, develop skills, and build confidence.
Swimming in Year 6 - Statutory Information
All children are expected to leave primary school being able to:
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Swim at least 25 metres,
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Use different strokes effectively,
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Know how to stay safe in the water.
Here are our most recent Year 6 swimming results:
| Requirement | % of Pupils Who Achieved This |
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| Swim 25 metres | 46 % |
| Use a range of strokes | 93 % |
| Perform safe self-rescue | 43 % |
Long Term Impact
We want the improvements we make to last. That’s why we focus on:
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Training our staff so they continue delivering high-quality PE.
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Buying resources that can be used year after year.
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Creating a school culture that values sport and being active every day.
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