We recognise that pupils can experience many barriers to their learning and that these barriers can be long term or of a more short term nature. We believe that it is vital that these barriers are identified and addressed in order for pupils to achieve their maximum potential. Analysis has shown that typical barriers for our children include:
- Low attainment on entry to the Early Years Foundation Stage, across all areas of learning.
- Fine motor skills, phonetical knowledge and stamina for writing have significant weaknesses and gaps, therefore, pupils struggle to write legibly.
- A disproportionate number of disadvantaged pupils are classed as persistent absentees and therefore do not fully engage with school life.
- A significant number of families require additional pastoral intervention.
- Pupils do not have a range of skills to draw upon to support their own self-esteem and wellbeing.
Please read the information below which gives details of our Pupil Premium Grant and how we allocate the funding to address our school barriers to learning.