Pupil Premium

Ensuring Every Child Has the Opportunity to Flourish

At Brill Church of England School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, achieve their potential and experience all that school life has to offer.

Guided by our Christian vision, With the wind in our sails, we shall live ‘life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10), and rooted in our values of Honesty, Hope, Courage and Compassion, we are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued, included and supported to succeed.

We recognise that some children may experience additional barriers to learning, participation or achievement. Our approach is to understand each child’s individual circumstances, maintain high expectations and provide the right support at the right time.

What Is Pupil Premium?

Pupil Premium is additional government funding provided to schools to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.

Funding is allocated based on eligibility criteria, including children who are eligible for free school meals, or who have been eligible during the previous six years, and children who have been looked after or previously looked after.

Additional funding is also available through the Service Pupil Premium for eligible children from armed forces families, with a particular focus on supporting their pastoral needs.

Schools are responsible for deciding how Pupil Premium funding is used to make the greatest difference to eligible pupils, informed by evidence and the needs of their school community.

Our Approach at Brill

At Brill, we recognise that disadvantage does not look the same for every child. We take a personalised, inclusive approach, ensuring that support is responsive to individual needs rather than based on assumptions.

Our approach focuses on three key areas:

High-quality teaching for all

We believe that excellent teaching has the greatest impact on children’s learning and achievement. We prioritise an ambitious, inclusive curriculum, effective assessment, high-quality classroom practice and appropriate adaptations so that every child can succeed.

Targeted academic support

Where assessment identifies gaps in learning, we provide carefully planned additional support. This may include small-group teaching, individual interventions and focused support in reading, writing or mathematics. We regularly review the impact of this provision to ensure it is making a meaningful difference.

Wider opportunities, wellbeing and belonging

We believe that education is about far more than academic attainment. Through our Brill Horizons curriculum and wider enrichment opportunities, we aim to develop confident, curious and resilient learners.

Pupil Premium funding may be used to help remove financial or practical barriers to participation in educational visits, residential experiences, clubs, music, creative activities and other opportunities that enrich school life.

We also recognise the importance of positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, attendance and a strong sense of belonging in enabling children to flourish.

Working in Partnership with Families

Strong relationships between home and school are central to our approach.

We work closely with parents and carers to understand children’s strengths, needs and circumstances, recognising that families are important partners in their children’s education.

Where barriers arise, we aim to respond sensitively and proactively, working together to identify practical solutions and ensure children can access the opportunities and support they need.

Monitoring the Impact of Our Pupil Premium Funding

Our Senior Leadership Team and governors regularly review the progress, attainment, attendance and wider experiences of pupils eligible for Pupil Premium.

We use assessment information, staff knowledge, pupil voice and discussions with families to evaluate the impact of our provision and identify where further support may be needed.

As a small, one-form-entry school, we recognise the importance of considering each child’s individual progress and circumstances alongside wider school trends.

Our aim is not simply to narrow attainment gaps, but to ensure that every child has the knowledge, skills, confidence and opportunities to succeed, both at Brill and beyond.

Pupil Premium Strategy and Funding

Each year, we publish a Pupil Premium Strategy Statement outlining our funding allocation, the challenges we have identified, how we intend to use the funding and the impact of our approach.

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement 2025–2026

Is Your Child Eligible for Pupil Premium?

If you think your child may be eligible for free school meals, we encourage you to check your eligibility, even if your child currently receives Universal Infant Free School Meals in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2.

Registering for benefits-related free school meals can help secure additional funding for the school, enabling us to provide further support and opportunities for eligible pupils.

For more information about eligibility and how to apply, please visit Buckinghamshire Council’s free school meals information page or contact our School Office.

All enquiries will be treated sensitively and confidentially.

At Brill, our commitment is simple: every child matters, every opportunity counts, and every child deserves to live life in all its fullness.