How will we be spending the Sports Premium funding
We believe in an holistic approach to the development of sport and physical activity for all and encourage collaboration and partnership working to make the best use of resources and enhance PE and sport provision in order to raise participation and achievement for all pupils.
Our Sports Premium funding plan is to help us to raise standards and participation levels in PE throughout the school. Our rationale for the use of Sports Premium funding is that it must be used to meet the Government requirements and pupil need.
Impact:
We will look at how well we use our Sport Premium to improve the quality and breadth of PE and sporting provision, including increasing participation in PE and sport so that all pupils develop healthy lifestyles and reach the performance levels they are capable of.
Measuring the impact of the activities provided with sports premium funding can be achieved in different ways. We will look at progress in PE as well as other areas of development such as self-esteem, confidence and the numbers of pupils involved in sporting activities in and out of school. We will also evaluate the impact of professional development opportunities in improving teaching and learning in PE.
Here you will find information about;
how much funding we receive
a breakdown of the spending
effect of the premium on pupils’ PE and Sport sustainability
William Harding Sports Premium 2024-2025
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2024-25 - Autumn Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2024-25
William Harding Sports Premium 2023-2024
William Harding PE and Sport Premium Grant Expenditure Report 2023-24
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2023-24 - Spring Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2023-24 - Autumn Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2023-24
Previous William Harding Sports Premium Plans
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2022-23 - Summer Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2022-23 - Spring Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2022-23 - Autumn Review
William Harding PE and Sport Premium 2022-23
William Harding PE and Sport Evidencing Review 2021-22 (July 2022)
William Harding PE and Sport Evidencing Review 2021-22
William Harding Sports Premium Funding Plan 2020 - 21 (July 2021)
William Harding Sports Premium Funding Plan 2020 - 21
William Harding Sports Premium Funding Impact 2019 - 20 (July 2020)
William Harding Sports Premium Funding Plan 2019 - 20
William Harding PE and Sport Evidencing Review 2018 - 19
Governmental Guidance
Background
Most schools with primary-age pupils receive the PE and sport premium including:
schools maintained by the local authority
special schools (for children with special educational needs or disabilities)
non-maintained special schools (schools for children with special educational needs that the Secretary of State for Education has approved under section 342 of the Education Act 1996)
pupil referral units (PRUs provide education for children who can’t go to a mainstream school)
Funding for the PE and sport premium
Schools receive PE and sport premium funding based on the number of pupils in years 1 to 6. In most cases, the Government determines how many pupils in your school attract the funding using data from the January school census.
How to use the PE and sport premium
Schools must use the funding to make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of PE and sport on offer. This means that you should use the premium to:
develop or add to the PE and sport activities that your school already offers
build capacity and capability within the school to ensure that improvements made now will benefit pupils joining the school in future years
There are 5 key indicators that schools should expect to see improvement across:
the engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity - the Chief Medical Officer guidelines recommend that all children and young people aged 5 to 18 engage in at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day, of which 30 minutes should be in school
the profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement
increased confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sport
broader experience of a range of sports and activities offered to all pupils
increased participation in competitive sport
For example, you can use your funding to:
provide staff with professional development, mentoring, training and resources to help them teach PE and sport more effectively
hire qualified sports coaches to work with teachers to enhance or extend current opportunities
introduce new sports, dance or other activities to encourage more pupils to take up sport and physical activities
support and involve the least active children by providing targeted activities, and running or extending school sports and holiday clubs
enter or run more sport competitions
partner with other schools to run sports activities and clubs
increase pupils’ participation in the School Games
encourage pupils to take on leadership or volunteer roles that support sport and physical activity within the school
provide additional swimming provision targeted to pupils not able to meet the swimming requirements of the national curriculum
embed physical activity into the school day through active travel to and from school, active playgrounds and active teaching
Online reporting
We must publish details of how we spend the PE and sport premium funding. This must include:
the amount of premium received
a full breakdown of how it has been spent (or will be spent)
the impact the school has seen on pupils’ PE and sport participation and attainment
how the improvements will be sustainable in the future
School Travel Plan
We actively encourage our pupils and staff to walk, scoot or cycle to school as it:
keep us fit and healthy
help our pupils develop road safety skills which will keep them safe as they travel further afield and more independently
help keep our local air clean, and our streets free from congestion
are life skills that everyone should be able to benefit from
What we do
We use Modeshift STARS to update and monitor our school travel plan
We promote safe and active travel as much as possible by using our noticeboard, displays, newsletter and website.
We encourage all members of our school community to walk, cycle or travel by public transport for the journey to school. To support this we provide:
Cycle training (Bikeability)
Cycle parking
Scooter parking
Local school trips are made by public transport where possible, or on foot if the destination is close by
We let all new pupils and their parents/carers know that we promote healthy and sustainable travel to school before the child starts at our school
What we ask of parents.
Please encourage your child(ren) to walk, scoot or cycle to school whenever possible
Ensure your child(ren) walk or ride sensibly and safely on the way to and from school, and to push bikes and scooters on school grounds
Ensure that bicycles and scooters are roadworthy and properly maintained. If in doubt consult a qualified mechanic
Consider providing your child(ren) with a cycle helmet
Ensure your child(ren) can be seen by fitting lights to their bike by supplying them with high-visibility clothing
Make sure your child(ren) has a lock for their bike or scooter and that they know how to use it
Ensure you have appropriate insurance cover for your child(ren)’s bicycle or scooter as the school is not liable for any loss or damage to cycles or scooters on the premises or being used on the way to or from school
If you travel by bus, can you get off the bus at least two stops early and walk the last part of the journey?
We understand that sometimes there is no alternative to driving to school.
Where a car must be used we ask parents to drive only part of the way, and drop their child(ren) off away from the school so that some of the journey can be walked or scooted
We have a 5-minute walk zone we ask parents to part outside of. See the 5-minute bubble below.
Or
We have a park & stride site at The Guttmann Stadium, please see the map below.
If you do have to drive your child(ren) and stop in the near vicinity please do so legally, safely and with respect for our neighbours and local residents
It is not acceptable to park or wait on double yellow lines, on the school zigzags or across residential driveways for any period of time.
Please note that the decision on whether a child is competent to cycle or scoot to school is for the parent(s) or carer(s) to make. The school has no liability for any consequences arising from this decision.
What we ask of pupils
Ask your parents if you can walk, scoot or cycle to school
Behave in a way that shows you and the school in the best light whether walking, scooting, cycling or using public transport
Ride or walk courteously, sensibly and safely on the way to and from school
Push bikes and scooters on school grounds
Check that your bike or scooter is roadworthy and properly maintained
Consider wearing a cycle helmet
Make sure you can be seen by using lights in the dark or bad weather and by wearing high-visibility clothing
Make sure you have a lock for your bike or scooter and that you use it
Read our School Travel Policy here
5-Minute Walking Bubble
We are excited to inform you about an important new initiative at William Harding School designed to promote the health, safety, and well-being of our students - the "5-Minute Walking Bubble" around our school.
What is the 5-Minute Walking Bubble?
The 5-Minute Walking Bubble is an initiative to encourage students and families to walk to school if they live within a 5-minute walking distance from William Harding School or park and stride the 5-minutes to school.
This initiative aims to:
Improve Health and Fitness
Walking to school is a great way for children to incorporate physical activity into their daily routine, helping to improve their overall health and fitness levels.
Reduce Traffic and Pollution
Fewer cars on the road during school drop-off and pick-up times will help reduce traffic congestion and lower pollution levels around our school, creating a safer and cleaner environment for everyone.
Enhance Safety
With fewer vehicles around the school premises, the risk of accidents decreases, making the area safer for pedestrians.
How Can You Participate?
Identify Your Walking Route
Determine if you live within a 5-minute walking distance from the school. You can use the map below to see how far 5 minutes is.
Plan Ahead
Plan your walking route with your child and conduct a trial walk to ensure the route is safe and suitable.
Plan to park your car and stride the 5-minutes to school.
Benefits for Students
Increased Alertness
Walking to school can help students arrive more alert and ready to learn.
Social Interaction
Walking with friends or family can provide valuable social interaction and build a sense of community.
Responsibility and Independence
Older students can develop a sense of responsibility and independence by walking to school on their own or with friends.
We believe that the 5-Minute Walking Bubble initiative will greatly benefit our students and the community. We encourage all families to participate and support this initiative.
Here is a map showing the route from the car park at the Guttmann Stadium.
