Background Information about the funding
The government is providing additional funding to improve the provision of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools. The premium is designed to help children get an active start in life, supporting primary schools to improve the quality of their PE, physical activity/literacy, and sport provision so that pupils experience the benefits of regular exercise.
This funding is ring-fenced and therefore can only be spent on provision of PE and sport in schools.
Eligible schools
Funding for schools has been calculated by reference to the number of primary-aged pupils (between the ages of 5 and 11), as recorded in the annual schools census in January.
Purpose of funding
Schools must spend the additional funding on improving their provision of PE and sport, but they will have the freedom to choose how they do this.
How Wood Street Infant School is using the Sports Premium Funding:
Wood Street Infant School received £16,450 in Sports Premium funding for the academic year 2025 to 2026. A detailed account is in the document at the bottom of the page.
Development | Impact |
Significant investment in equipment and resources | Children have access to high-quality, age-appropriate equipment that supports their physical development and helps them build fundamental movement skills in their early years |
Comprehensive staff training and continuous professional development | Enhanced teaching quality in PE lessons, with staff equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate physical education for infant-aged children |
Provision of extra-curricular opportunities | Increased opportunities for children to participate in physical activities beyond the curriculum, fostering a love of movement and sport from an early age |
Sports Association subscription | Access to a network of schools providing sporting opportunities appropriate for infant-aged pupils |
Targeted support for pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils | Ensured that all children, regardless of their starting points or circumstances, have equal access to high-quality PE provision and can develop their physical skills and confidence |
We have also targeted spending to provide improved opportunities for pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils ensuring that all children at Wood Street can access and benefit from high-quality PE and sport provision.
All Sports Premium funding was fully spent during the academic year 2025 to 2026 demonstrating our commitment to maximising opportunities for our youngest pupils to develop healthy, active lifestyles that will benefit them throughout their education and beyond.