The government recognises the value of PE, school sport and physical activity in supporting the physical health and mental wellbeing of children and young people.
All children, including the least active and those from most disadvantaged backgrounds, should have the access to high-quality PE and opportunities to be active.
To support this, the government will provide £320 million funding for the Primary PE and sport premium in the academic year 2025 to 2026 for all eligible schools to make additional and sustainable improvements to PE, school sport and physical activity.
In 2025 to 2026, schools will receive 2 equal payments; 50% of eligible funding will be delivered in autumn followed by a second 50% payment in spring using the same formula as in previous years.
The funding structure stays the same as previous years – schools with 16 or fewer eligible pupils receive £1,000 per pupil, whilst larger schools get £16,000 plus £10 per pupil. It’s a real lifeline that will help us boost our PE provision and get more children active and healthy.
How we use the funding?
The Primary PE and Sport Premium Funding is designed to help us:
- Increase daily physical activity.
- Improving PE teaching through professional development.
- Broaden sports and activities offered to all pupils.
- Developing healthy lifestyles by promoting active habits both inside and outside of school.
