Sports Premium

Our Commitment to Physical Education and Sport at Kirkheaton Primary School

At Kirkheaton Primary School, we are proud to share how we have used last year’s Sports Premium funding and how we plan to invest this year’s allocation. Our continued aim is to ensure that every child has access to high-quality physical education and a wide range of sporting opportunities.

We believe that sport is not just about physical activity—it’s about building confidence, teamwork, resilience, and a lifelong love of movement. Our vision is to create active learners who thrive both in and out of the classroom.

This year, we are deepening our commitment with a passion to help every child discover a sport they love. Whether it’s football, dance, athletics, or something new, we want every pupil to feel included, inspired, and empowered through sport.

We recognise the transformative benefits of sport in every child’s life—from improved mental health and emotional wellbeing to better focus and academic achievement. Through targeted investment in facilities, coaching, and inclusive programmes, we aim to make sport a joyful and integral part of every child’s school experience.

⚖️ Legal Parameters of Sports Premium Funding

The PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative designed to help primary schools make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of PE, sport, and physical activity they offer. Schools must use the funding to:

• Build capacity and capability within the school to ensure long-term impact.
• Develop or add to the PE and sport activities already offered.
• Improve access and participation for all pupils, especially those less active or from disadvantaged backgrounds.

✅ Permitted Uses Include:

• Professional development for staff in PE and sport.
• Equipment to support new or enhanced physical activities.
• Inclusive programmes to engage all pupils.
• Active play initiatives and extracurricular sports.
• Facilities that enhance existing provision (not replace core curriculum delivery).

❌ Funding Must Not Be Used For:

• Core curriculum PE lessons.
• Staff salaries for curriculum teaching.
• Capital projects (e.g. building new sports halls or buying land).
• Staff PE kits or uniforms.
• Transport costs for statutory PE activities.
• Activities that do not provide sustainable improvements.

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