Pupil Premium

At Ravenshead C of E Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that all disadvantaged pupils achieve highly, feel a strong sense of belonging and are supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Rooted in our Christian vision and values, we believe that disadvantage should never be a barrier to ambition.

Our Pupil Premium strategy recognises that disadvantage is complex and multifaceted. Our disadvantaged pupils may also have SEND, medical needs, social care involvement, caring responsibilities, EAL or social and emotional barriers. As a result, our approach is flexible, responsive and personalised, rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

Guided by the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), our strategy prioritises:

• High-quality teaching as the strongest driver of pupil progress
• Early identification of need
• Targeted academic support where appropriate
• Wider strategies that address attendance, wellbeing, engagement and access to opportunity

Funding is used to support staff professional development in adaptive teaching, deliver targeted interventions closely linked to classroom learning, and provide wider support such as wellbeing provision, breakfast routines, enrichment opportunities and strong partnership working with families and external agencies.

We aim to build confidence, independence and resilience, ensuring pupils are supported effectively without creating dependency. The impact of our strategy is monitored carefully through assessment outcomes, attendance data, pupil voice and ongoing review of individual needs.

Through this approach, disadvantaged pupils are supported to feel safe, valued and included, to make strong progress from their starting points and to develop the skills and self-belief needed to succeed both in school and beyond