The ‘We are GAT’ vision underpins all that we do at Danesholme Academies: We believe in providing the very best for Every Child, in Every Academy, Every Day.

Our objective is to utilise pupil premium funding strategically to secure sustained and measurable improvements in the progress and attainment of disadvantaged pupils. Central to this commitment is the development of the whole child through a nurturing and supportive environment, ensuring that every pupil—regardless of starting point—has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

At Danesholme Academies, our Pupil Premium strategy is designed so that every eligible child will ‘Be Ready’:

Ready to Learn - We remove barriers to learning by providing a high-quality, knowledge-rich curriculum supported by targeted interventions, adaptive teaching, and access to resources. Our approach ensures disadvantaged pupils build strong foundations, develop curiosity, and engage confidently in their learning.

Ready for Life - We prioritise pupils’ wellbeing, resilience, and self-belief. Through pastoral support, enrichment opportunities, and personal development programmes, we help disadvantaged pupils develop confidence, emotional literacy, and the skills needed to thrive beyond the classroom.

Ready to Contribute - We actively promote inclusion, belonging, and positive relationships. Disadvantaged pupils are supported to participate fully in school life, develop social skills, and contribute meaningfully to their school community and the wider world.

Ready to Succeed - We hold high expectations for all pupils and provide evidence-informed support to close attainment and opportunity gaps. Through careful monitoring, structured support, and clear progression, disadvantaged pupils are empowered to achieve their potential and transition successfully to the next stage of education.

We are obliged to publish information about the amount of Pupil Premium the Academy receives each year, what it is spent on and how this impacts on raising standards. Each year we receive Pupil Premium Funding. This is awarded to the school for every child who has been eligible for Free School Meals at any point in the last 6 years. 

We will endeavour in 2025 26, to use the pupil premium funding to improve provision, accelerate progress and raise standards of attainment for as many pupils as possible.