Ravenshead C of E Primary School is committed to ensuring that all pupils develop a positive attitude to physical activity, build lifelong healthy habits and access high-quality physical education. The PE and Sport Premium funding is used strategically to improve the quality of teaching, broaden opportunities, raise participation and ensure inclusion for all pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have additional needs.

During the 2024–25 academic year, the school received £20,550 in PE and Sport Premium funding, all of which was spent to enhance provision and outcomes for pupils.

Curriculum and Teaching

PE and physical activity are an integral part of Ravenshead’s broad and balanced curriculum. PE and Sport Premium funding has been used to strengthen teaching quality, ensuring pupils receive high-quality instruction and develop progressively secure skills across a range of physical disciplines.

A significant proportion of funding (£17,000) was invested in professional development, including external coaching support, internal CPD and online training resources. Specialist coaches work alongside staff, building teachers’ confidence, subject knowledge and competence to deliver high-quality PE lessons independently. This has resulted in more consistent teaching approaches and improved progression across year groups.

Inclusion

The school has used PE and Sport Premium funding deliberately to reduce barriers and ensure equitable access to physical activity. Targeted spending supports pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and groups who may be less likely to participate in sport.

Funding has enabled:

• Specialist coaching and adapted provision to support pupils with SEND or long-term medical needs
• Subsidised clubs and activities to ensure disadvantaged pupils can participate fully
• Targeted support to improve girls’ access to PE and extra-curricular sport

These approaches have strengthened inclusion and ensured that all pupils can benefit from high-quality physical education and enrichment opportunities .

Personal Development and Well-Being

PE and Sport Premium funding has had a positive impact on pupils’ physical activity levels, confidence and enjoyment of sport. Investment in extra-curricular opportunities, internal competitions and a broader range of activities has increased participation and engagement across the school.

Pupils benefit from:

• A wider range of clubs and sporting experiences
• Increased opportunities for competitive and non-competitive sport
• Improved confidence, teamwork and resilience

These experiences contribute positively to pupils’ wider personal development, supporting wellbeing, positive behaviour and healthy lifestyles.

Achievement

The impact of the funding on pupils’ achievement in PE has been positive. Pupils demonstrate improved physical skills, increased stamina and greater confidence across a range of sporting activities. The school reports a positive impact on PE attainment and participation in physical activity and sport .

In swimming and water safety, outcomes remain strong:

• 80% of Year 6 pupils can swim competently over 25 metres
• 85% can use a range of strokes effectively
• 81% can perform safe self-rescue in water

This reflects effective use of funding to support statutory swimming requirements and ensure pupils leave the school well prepared .

Leadership and Sustainability

PE and Sport Premium spending is overseen by the PE Lead, Mr Will Evans, with clear accountability and evaluation of impact. The majority of funding has been invested in staff development, ensuring improvements are sustainable beyond the funding period.

As a result:

• Staff confidence and competence in teaching PE have increased
• Improvements to teaching quality are embedded and long-lasting
• Provision is less reliant on external support over time

The school confirms that all funding has been spent appropriately, with no underspend carried forward, and that the published information has been approved by both the Headteacher and Governors.

Sports Funding - Amount of Money Received Each Academic Year

2022 - 2023  £19,339

2021 - 2022  £19,520 (estimated amount as it has not fully been received in the budget at present).

2020 - 2021  £19,520