The pupil premium is additional funding for publicly funded schools in England to raise the attainment of disadvantaged pupils and to close any gaps between them and their peers.  At Saltford CofE Primary School we are committed to providing an education full of opportunities that will prepare all pupils for their future with a positive attitude and an ambition to be the best they can be. We aim to encourage and develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full and strong consideration is given to the allocation of resources to support this vision.

The impact of the pupil premium at Saltford School

Pupil premium funding is allocated to schools based on the number of children from families who are known to be eligible for Free School Meals entitlement (FSM) now or within the last 6 years.

For details on how the pupil premium is utilised and the impact it has at Saltford School please see our plan for 2023-4 here. This includes a review for 2022-3.

The plan for 2022-2023 can be found here. This includes a review for 2021-2022.

Registering for free school meals

If you think you might be entitled to free school meals you can check the full information on the B&NES website: www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/schools-colleges-and-learning/school-meals-and-catering/free-school-meals.

If you prefer to apply by post or email, you can download the Free School Meals registration form from the B&NES website here. You can also ask fr a form from the school office if you would prefer to come into school.

You can also apply by phone on 01225 394317.

You can find all the information you need about school dinners and free school meals on our School dinners page here.

Food bank in Keynsham and Saltford

Keynsham Food Bank is a local charity that provides food for local families experiencing short term financial challenges. Saltford School is proud to be working in partnership with Keynsham Food Bank to become a registered distributor for their voucher scheme, enabling families linked to the school to access food vouchers at times of need. See this letter for how to get vouchers from school. For full details of Keynsham food bank, its branches and opening hours see their website here.