Pupil Premium at Dane Royd
Every child deserves the chance to achieve, belong and thrive. Pupil Premium funding helps us remove barriers and provide additional opportunities for children who need them most."
Every Child Deserves the Opportunity to Thrive
At Dane Royd School, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to achieve, belong and thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Pupil Premium is additional government funding provided to schools to help children who may face barriers to learning. We use this funding carefully to support children's academic progress, wellbeing, attendance, confidence and participation in school life.
Our Pupil Premium Lead is Clare Kelly. The Governing Body reviews the impact of our Pupil Premium Strategy throughout the year
What Difference Does Pupil Premium Make?
At Dane Royd, Pupil Premium funding helps us provide support that enables children to flourish both in and beyond the classroom.
Funding may be used to support:
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Reading and phonics development
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Speech, language and communication skills
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Attendance and family support
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Social, emotional and mental health support
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Wellbeing and self-regulation
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Educational visits and enrichment opportunities
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Additional teaching and targeted interventions
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Resources and provision tailored to individual needs
Our approach is based on understanding the barriers some children face and working closely with families to overcome them.
What Difference Does Pupil Premium Make?
Many families are unaware that they may be eligible.
By registering for Free School Meals, your child may be entitled to additional support and the school receives valuable funding to help improve outcomes for children.
Even if your child:
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Receives Universal Infant Free School Meals (Reception, Year 1 or Year 2)
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Brings a packed lunch
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Does not wish to have a school meal
it is still important to register if you are eligible.
Could My Child Be Eligible?
Your child may qualify if you receive certain benefits, including Universal Credit or other qualifying income-related benefits.
If you are unsure whether you qualify, please contact the school office. We will be happy to help and all enquiries will be treated confidentially.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will other families know my child receives Pupil Premium?
No. Eligibility and applications are treated confidentially.
Does my child have to eat school meals?
No. Registering still enables the school to receive funding to support your child and other pupils.
Will applying affect my benefits?
No. Registering for Free School Meals will not affect any benefits you currently receive.daneroyd
I am not sure whether I qualify. What should I do?
Please contact the school office and we can help you check your eligibility.
Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP)
Some children attending our Nursery may also be eligible for Early Years Pupil Premium funding.
This additional funding helps us provide extra support during the important early years of development, including communication, language, personal development and early learning opportunities.
Please speak to the school office if you would like further information about eligibility.
Our Commitment to Families
We know that children achieve their best when schools and families work together.
Our Pupil Premium Strategy forms part of our wider commitment to inclusion, attendance, wellbeing and achievement. We work closely with parents, carers and external agencies to identify barriers early and provide support that enables every child to succeed.
Pupil Premium Strategy Documents
To view our current strategy and previous impact reviews, please use the links below:
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Current Pupil Premium Strategy Statement, this includes the previous Pupil Premium reviews and impact report
These documents explain:
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How much funding the school receives
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The barriers to learning we have identified
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How the funding is being used
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The outcomes we aim to achieve
The impact of previous spending decisions.
How We Support Children at Dane Royd
Every child is different and support is tailored to individual needs. This may include:
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High quality classroom teaching
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Reading and phonics support
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Speech and language development
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Emotional wellbeing support
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Attendance support
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Family support and Early Help
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Access to clubs, visits and wider opportunities
We carefully monitor the impact of all support to ensure that funding is making a positive difference for children.
Our commitment to evidence-informed spending
We use research evidence, educational best practice and a detailed understanding of our pupils' needs when deciding how Pupil Premium funding is spent.
Need More Information?
Please contact the school office or speak to Clare Kelly, our Pupil Premium Lead, who will be happy to discuss any questions you may have
Looked After and Previously Looked After Children
Pupil Premium is also available for:
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Looked After Children;
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Previously Looked After Children.
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Children who are looked after by a local authority, or who were previously looked after and left care through adoption, a special guardianship order or child arrangements order, may also attract Pupil Premium funding.
