Pupil Premium Grant

Introduced in 2011, the Pupil Premium is a sum of money given to schools each year by the Government to improve the attainment of disadvantaged and services children. 

OUR MISSION 

“At Wycombe High School, our mission for our Pupil Premium cohort, is to provide opportunities which propel our students out of their comfort zone, whilst supporting them at every stage and guiding them towards diverse futures.”

We aim to break barriers, ensure opportunities are taken and the right challenge is in place for our students to achieve the best of who they are and can become.


Our vision

Is a school where gaps are closed, and all students have the  same levelling ground, into higher education and their chosen careers.

Our vehicle of support is driven in these 6 key steps
  • Team – Placing a strong team of experienced leaders, teachers, pastoral and support staff around them; to guide and direct their path; enabling them to go beyond…
  • Barriers – Taking away every barrier by dismantling bureaucratic processes for students and providing clear and easy access, to support and resources for them and their families.
  • Equip – Enhance the academic and social provisions available for all; given each student, the right tools, and skills to succeed in whatever they choose to do.
  • Beyond – Through guidance, show them the many opportunities out there: supporting them in taking steps, to reach their full potential; with the sky being the limit.
  • Develop – Teaching knowledge, in and out of the classroom; and rewarding skills that are applied through our learning characteristics. Knowledgeable, Creative Thinker, Resilient, Brave, Open-Minded and Reflective.
  • Enjoy – To widen their scope of experience, by providing support and encouraging each student to participate, in our wide range of extracurricular provisions. With enjoyment and developing talents being at the core.

Who is Eligible for Funding?

Targeted Free School Meals (FSM) / EVER6
 
Pupil Premium funding is allocated for pupils who are eligible for Targeted Free School Meals (FSM) or who have been eligible for Targeted FSM at any point during the previous six years (known as EVER6).
 
Looked After and Previously Looked After Children (LAC/PLAC)
 
Pupil Premium is also provided for children who:
 
  • have been looked after by an English local authority for one day or more;
  • have been adopted from care;
  • are subject to a Special Guardianship Order (SGO); or
  • are subject to a Child Arrangements Order (previously known as a Residence Order).
 
Service Children (Service Pupil Premium – SPP)
 
The Service Pupil Premium (SPP) provides additional funding for children with a parent serving in the UK Armed Forces or who meet the Department for Education’s eligibility criteria.

Is My Child Eligible for Targeted Free School Meals?

Your child may be eligible for Targeted Free School Meals if you receive one or more of the following:

  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (provided you are not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and your annual gross income does not exceed £16,190)
  • Working Tax Credit run-on (paid for four weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit)
  • Universal Credit (currently, your household must have a net earned income of no more than £7,400 per year after tax and excluding benefits)
 
Expanded Free School Meals
 
From September 2026, the Government is expanding Free School Meal eligibility. This means that all children from households receiving Universal Credit will be entitled to Free School Meals, removing the current earnings threshold.
 
If you think your child may be eligible, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Registering your child’s eligibility helps the school receive valuable Pupil Premium funding, enabling us to provide additional educational support, resources and opportunities for eligible pupils.

Our Promise

We are committed to ensuring that Pupil Premium funding is used effectively to improve outcomes for every eligible pupil. Through carefully targeted support, high-quality teaching, enrichment opportunities and pastoral provision, we aim to ensure that all pupils achieve their full academic potential, develop confidence and resilience, and leave our school equipped with the knowledge, skills and aspirations to succeed.

Further Support

Lead Practitioner – Fair Access, Mrs Jennie Griffin

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement November 2025
Pupil Premium/Service Premium Policy 2024-2027

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