Pupil premium is additional funding given to schools so that they can support their disadvantaged pupils and close the attainment gap between them and their peers. It was introduced in April 2011 and is allocated to schools to work with pupils who have been registered for free school meals (FSM) at any point in the last six years. Looked after children and those of service personnel also attract funding.
The government also provides school with a PE and Sports Grant, aimed at improving the provision of PE and sport so that all pupils engage in regular physical activity and develop healthy lifestyles.
