The Department for Education has confirmed the allocation of the pupil premium grant for 2016/17. The rates are as follows:
- For each pupil eligible for free school meals (FSM) at any time within the last 6 years – £1320 for reception to Year 6 pupils and £935 for Years 7 – 11;
- Looked after pupils (for 1 day or more) – £1,900 per pupil;
- For children who are no longer in LA care because of adoption, special guardianship order, a child arrangement order or a residence order – £1,900 per pupil; service premium – £300 per pupil.
When deciding how to spend the pupil premium, schools should ensure that they have researched the best methods for raising attainment for disadvantage pupils, tailored this to their school and formed an action plan.