Welcome to our comprehensive landing page dedicated to answering all your frequently asked questions (FAQs) about PE and Sports Premium.
Whether you’re a teacher, school administrator, or part of the SLT, we’ve got you covered. Explore this page to gain a deeper understanding of PE and Sports Premium, its benefits, allocation, and how it can positively impact the physical well-being and development of students. Get ready to discover the key insights you need to make informed decisions and maximize the potential of PE and Sports Premium in your educational setting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my sports premium funding for fixed
outdoor sports equipment
e.g. gym equipment, goals,
trim trails
and climbing frames?
This is a question that often comes up, and the answer is yes you can! We work with lots of schools who use their PE & Sports funding for Outdoor Playground & Sports Equipment.
Outdoor equipment is sometimes classed as ‘capital expenditure’ within schools. However the DfE does not set the capitalisation policy within schools, therefore it is worth checking this policy and speaking with your school business manager about this.
What is considered ‘Capital’ spending?
The DfE does not set the capitalisation policy for each school. School Business Managers, school accountants and their auditors are best placed to advise on school’s agreed capitalisation policy.
We encourage schools to consult with their school Business Manager, accountant or auditor to determine which items would be considered capital expenditure.
What does the criteria mean by sustainable?
The funding must be spent providing long-term solutions for PE, sport and physical activity for the benefit of existing and future pupils. Improvements must be embedded in the system which will remain intact for years to come.
Can funding be carried over to the following year if not spent?
Schools must utilise the grant provided for the current academic year to enhance the students’ education, as per the DfE regulations. The funding must be spend by 31st July 2023.
Can PE premium funding be spent to improve pupils mental health?
Schools can allocate funding towards mental health initiatives that meet the criteria for using physical activity to achieve mental health-related outcomes.
Can funding be used to buy resources?
If an assessment of current PE and sport resources reveals a demand for more resources, then the available funding can help meet such needs. However, it should not be used to upgrade existing core equipment that is still functioning. The funds are aimed at expanding curriculum offerings or boosting teacher skills in order to promote increased participations levels – efforts beyond what would already be funded by standard school budgets.
When will our school receive our funding?
The payment is spread over two payment dates across the academic year, this is dependent on the type of organisation. You can find out more here
How is the funding calculated?
The amount granted is dependent on the amount of pupils in years 1-6 (or aged 5-10 in school’s without year groups), which is taken from the previous year school census. Click here to see how your schools funding is calculated
Who is eligible for the funding?
The majority of schools in England with primary-aged pupils will receive the PE and Sports Premium in the 2022-2023 academy year – further details can be found here
SOURCE: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pe-and-sport-premium-for-primary-schools
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