Pupil Premium Grant Expenditure Report 2014 -2015 Total number of pupils eligible for PPG
59
Total amount of grant to school
£72,600
Focus of Support – to raise achievement in vulnerable groups across the school, focusing on – •
Pupil welfare and wellbeing
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Targeted intervention and classroom support
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Funding of school excursions and extra-curricular activities
Nature of Support Pupil welfare and wellbeing - Appointment of full time Learning Mentor: •
To work with teachers across the school to identify barriers to learning, assist in pastoral care and improve progress and attainment.
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To work with children across the school to eliminate barriers to learning – small group focus on social skills, forming friendships. Purchase of specialist equipment. Assertive mentoring groups.
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To work with parents and carers across the school assisting in pastoral care.
Increase in TA team and working hours to support Intervention: •
Targeted small group support/1:1 tuition from TA outside core lessons.
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Purchase of specialised equipment.
Funding of school excursions and extra-curricular activities: •
All trips and activities for PPG eligible children funded through PPG to ensure that all pupils have the opportunity to participate.
Impact There is clear evidence that the strategies in place for Pupil Premium children are