Pupil Premium

At New Monument, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to thrive, aspire and achieve, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Pupil Premium is additional funding provided by the government to schools to help improve the educational outcomes of disadvantaged children. According to DfE guidelines, schools receive this additional funding for pupils who are currently eligible for free school meals (or have been in the last six years), children who are looked after by the local authority, and children of service personnel. While the funding is calculated based on specific pupil numbers, it is not a personal budget for individual children; instead, the DfE empowers school leaders to use the grant strategically to support the achievement and well-being of eligible pupils across the school.

At New Monument, we know our children and families well and use Pupil Premium funding carefully to make the greatest possible difference. This may include investment in high-quality teaching, targeted academic support, attendance and pastoral support, wellbeing, enrichment and opportunities beyond the classroom.

Our approach is rooted in high expectations, not lowered expectations. We carefully monitor the progress, attendance and wider experiences of pupils eligible for Pupil Premium and evaluate the impact of the support we provide.

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement