Pupil Premium
At High Halden Church of England Primary School, we are committed to making sure every child has the chance to succeed — no matter their background. The Pupil Premium is extra funding provided by the government to support children who may face barriers to learning, helping them reach their full potential. 🌟
💡 What is Pupil Premium?
The Pupil Premium was introduced in 2011 to help close the gap in achievement between children from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. This funding is allocated to schools for children who:
🍽️ Have been eligible for Free School Meals (FSM) at any point in the last 6 years
👨👩👧👦 Are looked after or previously looked after by the local authority
🎖️ Have parents serving in the armed forces
🧩 How Does It Help?
We use Pupil Premium funding to provide additional support tailored to the needs of eligible children, including:
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📘 Extra help with learning, either in class or in small groups
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🎨 Access to enrichment activities like school trips, clubs, and music lessons
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💬 Emotional and pastoral support
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💻 Learning resources and technology for use at home and in school
Our approach is shaped by trusted research, including the Sutton Trust – EEF Teaching and Learning Toolkit, and aligned with national guidance to ensure the greatest impact.
👥 Want to Know More?
If you think your child may be eligible for Pupil Premium or Free School Meals, we’re here to help! 💬
Feel free to speak confidentially to:
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Mrs Burlton – Executive Headteacher
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Mr De-Keyzer – Assistant Head
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Mrs Butcher – Inclusion Leader
📞 Call us on: 01233 850285
📧 Or email: office@high-halden.kent.sch.uk
We’ll support you through the application process and explain how the funding could benefit your child.
Useful Links & Documents
Kent Free-School Meals Website
Government Guidance on Pupil Premium
Why not check to see if your child is eligible?
This additional government funding is provided to the school for every child who is eligible for Free School Meals (even if they currently receive Universal Infant Free School Meals in Reception or KS1), children from service families, or those who are in or have been in local authority care. This funding allows us to invest in high-quality teaching, targeted small-group support, and enriching experiences like school trips and clubs that benefit the whole class. Registering is entirely confidential and, even if your child chooses not to have a school dinner, their eligibility unlocks significant extra budget to support their learning and wellbeing. If you think you might be eligible, we encourage you to apply online.
Click here to check whether your child is eligible.
Why Apply for Pupil Premium?
| Benefit to Your Child | Benefit to the School |
| Access to targeted academic support, such as 1:1 or small-group tuition. | Additional funding to hire extra teaching assistants and specialised staff. |
| Help with the cost of educational trips, residential visits, and music lessons. | Investment in high-quality resources, such as new laptops, tablets, and library books. |
| Support for social and emotional wellbeing, including access to counselling or therapy if needed. | Enhanced training for teachers to ensure the best possible learning experience for every pupil. |
| Eligibility for holiday activities and food programs during school breaks. | The ability to provide breakfast clubs and after-school opportunities for all children. |
Together, we can ensure every child at High Halden flourishes — academically, emotionally, and socially. 🌈✨
You can view how we spend our Pupil Premium Funding below...