The inspectorate’s progress report on how well schools in England are using the Pupil Premium to raise the attainment of disadvantaged pupils, reveals that overall school leaders are demonstrating a strong commitment to closing the gap between advantaged and disadvantaged children by using targeted interventions.
The report is based on evidence from 151 inspections carried out between January 2013 and December 2013, a 'textual' review of 1,600 school inspections reports published between September 2013 and March 2014, and national performance data for 2013.
Pupil Premium funding is allocated to schools for children who are eligible for Free Schools Meals (FSM), looked after by the local authority or whose parents are currently serving in the armed forces. Schools currently receive £900 per primary pupil. This will rise to £1,300 in 2014/15.
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