Pupil Premium

The Pupil Premium is a Government initiative that targets extra money at pupils who come from backgrounds that might be deemed to be disadvantaged. The premium is provided in order to support these pupils so they may reach their potential.

Eligibility for the Pupil Premium from April 2012 is for any pupil who has been entitled to Free School Meals (FSM) in the last six years. In addition, pupils who are “looked after” by the authority (LAC) or whose parents are currently serving in the armed forces are also entitled to the premium.

From April 2014, schools in England can receive the Pupil Premium for children adopted from care, or who left care under a Special Guardianship Order on or after 30 December 2005. Schools can also claim the Pupil Premium for children who left care under a Residence Order on or after 14 October 1991.

It is for schools to decide how the Pupil Premium is spent, since they are best placed to assess what additional provision should be made for the individual pupils within their responsibility. However, schools are to be held accountable for how they have used the additional funding.

Please click on the link below for information regarding how the pupil premium funding will be spent in the coming year.

Pupil Premium Strategy And Ongoing Review Updated December 2024

The winter Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF)

Eligible children can register to attend one HAF programme over the winter holiday and they will also receive a healthy lunch each day that they attend.

There are over 50 programmes taking place across the city for parents to choose from.  The dates, times and age suitability will differ by provider. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

For more information please follow the link: Winter HAF 2024 | LCC Family Hub and see the document below which shows the clubs on offer.

Apply for Pupil Premium

You should apply if you are receiving any of the following:

  •  Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
  • Income support
  • Income-related employment and support allowance
  • National asylum seeker support
  • Child tax credit (provided you’re not also entitled to working tax credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190).
  • The guaranteed element of state pension credit
  • Working tax credit run-on – paid for four weeks after you stop qualifying for working tax credit.

Enrolling your child for Pupil Premium at Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy opens a world of opportunities! All eligible children will receive essential items such as school uniform, a PE kit, and a book bag to ensure they feel confident and prepared for school. Furthermore, they will benefit from funded educational visits, access to Breakfast Club, and a variety of afterschool clubs, enhancing their social experiences. Our dedicated  Behaviour Mentor, regular progress checks, and additional work scrutiny ensure each child receives personalised support. We also facilitate important links to secondary schools, provide afterschool boosters, and offer a School Nurse workshop at Parents Evenings to address health and wellbeing. Sign up today and give your child the support they deserve!

Apply online – https://freeschoolmeals.leicester.gov.uk/

Or ring 0116 454 1009. Make sure you have your national insurance number when you call.

If you need further information on how to apply for Pupil Premium, please speak to a member of our office staff as they will be more than happy to help you.

Pupil Premium Letter Gujarati

Information for families who wish to apply for free school meals under the no recourse to public funds criteria.

Extension of the free school meal criteria

The government has permanently extended free school meal eligibility to children in all households with no recourse to public funds (NRPF), subject to maximum income thresholds.

This includes, but may not be limited to children of:

  • Zambrano carers
  • families who have no recourse to public funds with a right to remain in the UK on grounds of private and family life under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights
  • families receiving support under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989 who are also subject to a no recourse to public funds restriction
  • a subset of failed asylum seekers supported under Section 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • Chen carers
  • families holding a BN(O)passport
  • spousal visa holders
  • work visa holders
  • student visa holders
  • those with no immigration status

Documentary evidence and proof of earnings will be requested after you make an application.

Please see more information from the Leicester City Council:
https://www.leicester.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/grants-and-allowances/free-school-meals/free-school-meals-for-families-with-no-recourse-to-public-funds/”>Free school meals for families with no recourse to public funds (NRPF)