Diamond Wood Community Academy

Pupil Premium & Sports Premium

Pupil Premium

The Pupil Premium is extra funding given to schools to help support children who may face challenges that can affect their learning. It is intended to ensure that all pupils have access to the same opportunities and support.

Because we are an Infant and Nursery school, our numbers of eligible pupils can appear lower than the true level of need. This is often because families must apply to access this funding by completing a form. We encourage all parents and carers to check their eligibility, even if they are unsure, so that the school can access valuable support on their child's behalf.

Mrs Summers, our Executive Headteacher, is the Pupil Premium Lead. She works closely with the Head of School and all members of our team to ensure the funding is used effectively to support learning, development, and wellbeing for all eligible pupils.

We use our Pupil Premium funding to:

• Support learning and development across the curriculum

• Provide additional adult support for targeted pupils

• Offer pastoral and emotional wellbeing support

• Ensure all children can access enrichment and wider experiences

Click here to view our 2025-2026 Pupil Premium Strategy.
Click here to read our 2024-2025 Pupil Premium Impact Report.

Sports Premium

The Sports Premium is additional government funding to help schools improve the quality and breadth of physical education and promote healthy, active lifestyles in primary-aged pupils.

Although children at our academy are still in the early stages of their school journey, we believe that promoting a love of movement and physical confidence is key to lifelong wellbeing.

Mr Mckay, our PE Subject Leader, leads on the Sports Premium. He works closely with the Head of School and all team members to ensure our pupils have access to high-quality physical activity, both in and beyond the classroom.

We use our Sports Premium funding to:

• Enhance the quality of PE teaching through training and resources

• Provide engaging physical activities at playtimes and lunchtimes

• Introduce pupils to a wide range of sports and games

• Encourage participation and enjoyment in physical activity from a young age