Sports Premium Funding
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In March 2013 the Government announced that it would provide additional funding to primary schools to support the improvement of provision of PE and sport. The funding, allocated to headteachers in primary schools is ring fenced and can only be spent on PE and sport in primary schools. The headteacher and governors are accountable for the spending of the funding.The premium must be used to fund additional and sustainable improvements to the provision of PE and sport. It is to benefit primary-aged pupils and to encourage the development of healthy, active lifestyles.Please read the information which gives details of Dorothy Barley Junior Academy Sports Premium Funding and how we allocate the funding.Impact Statement – 2026 Swimming Programme, Extra-Curricular Clubs, Equipment and Physical Activity
The 2026 swimming programme top up sessions delivered particularly strong outcomes, demonstrating improved pupil progression and attainment when compared with 2025. The programme achieved greater success in moving pupils through the swimming pathway and into higher-level stages. One of the most significant achievements was the complete progression of all pupils who began at Stage 1. In 2026, all 47 pupils starting at Stage 1 moved on to higher stages by the end of the programme, meaning no pupils remained at the introductory level. This reflects the effectiveness of teaching and the support provided to develop pupils’ confidence and competence in the water.
The most notable improvement was seen in higher-stage attainment. In 2026, 25 pupils achieved Stage 3 compared with just 8 pupils in 2025. Furthermore, 10 pupils reached Stage 6, whereas no pupils achieved this level in 2025. This represents a substantial increase in advanced swimming attainment and demonstrates that pupils were not only progressing but also developing stronger swimming skills and greater proficiency. The increase in pupils attaining Stages 3 and 6, together with the successful movement of all Stage 1 swimmers into higher levels, demonstrates enhanced programme effectiveness and improved outcomes for participating pupils.
During 2026, we successfully expanded our extra-curricular offer by providing a wider range of sports clubs, including fencing, which was a new opportunity for our pupils. The use of Sport Premium funding enabled us to significantly reduce the cost of clubs for parents, making them more accessible to a greater number of children. As a result, clubs were fully subscribed, demonstrating high levels of pupil engagement and participation in physical activity beyond the school day.
The funding also allowed us to invest in high-quality PE equipment, which has had a positive impact on the delivery of PE lessons. With increased access to resources, pupils are able to take part more actively throughout lessons, reducing waiting time and increasing opportunities for skill development, practice and physical activity.
In addition, improvements to playground equipment have enhanced opportunities for active play during lunchtimes. Pupils are now more engaged in physical activity during break periods, helping to increase daily activity levels, promote positive play experiences and support pupils’ overall health and wellbeing.
Overall, the investment in clubs, PE equipment and playground resources has increased participation in physical activity across the school, improved access to a wider range of sporting opportunities and ensured that more pupils are active both during lessons and throughout the school day.