The Department for Education (DfE) provided additional funding for all students in Primary Schools from 2013 onwards. This is to ensure: all students develop and maintain healthy lifestyles; improved quality and breath of PE and sport; improved attainment in PE; and, increased overall participation rates in PE.
PE & Sport Premium Compliance Statement
The academy confirms that the PE and Sport Premium funding has been used in accordance with Department for Education guidance to make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of physical education, physical activity and sport.
The funding has not been used to replace statutory curriculum provision. Statutory primary swimming provision is delivered separately, with the grant supporting additional swimming opportunities that enable pupils with SEND to develop water confidence and make progress towards national curriculum expectations.
Bradfields Academy – PE & Sport Premium – Executive Summary
Bradfields Academy – PE & Sport Premium – Executive Summary
Academic Year: 2025–2026 | Grant: £16,480
Key Headlines
- Primary PE is delivered by qualified PE teachers within the academy’s PE department.
- Majority of funding allocated to additional swimming provision due to SEND needs.
- Specialist physical development equipment purchased to support EHCP physiotherapy and occupational therapy programmes.
- REAL PE curriculum platform used to support inclusive lesson delivery.
Spending Overview
| Category | Spend |
| Swimming pool hire | £12,500 |
| Swimming transport | £1,400 |
| SEND physical development equipment | £2,000 |
| REAL PE membership | £550 |
| Competition participation | £30 |
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Year End Progress (RAG)
| Key Indicator | Progress |
| Staff confidence and knowledge | 🟢 Achieved |
| Pupil physical activity | 🟢 Achieved |
| Profile of PE | 🟢 Achieved and continuing |
| Broader experiences (swimming) | 🟢 Achieved |
| Competitive sport participation | 🟢 Achieved and continuing |
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Impact Highlights
- Majority of pupils’ access regular swimming sessions.
- Qualified swimming TA has supported in the delivery of the awards to all students and has tracked their progress.
- All students who accessed Top-Up swimming have achieved a minimum of a level 1 Swim England Water Safety Award with some students gaining up to and including level 5.
| Â | Hedgehogs (10 students) | Owls (10 students) |
| Level 1 | 10 (5) | 10 (3) |
| Level 2 | 5 (5) | 7 (1) |
| Level 3 | – | 6 (0) |
| Level 4 | – | 6 (2) |
| Level 5 | – | 4 (4) |
The numbers in brackets denote the number of students where this is their highest achievement.
- Increased pupil confidence in water-based activities whether swimming or basic water safety.
- Pupils also engaged well with Rebound Therapy to help develop their trampoline confidence and measurable improvement in their core strength.
- All equipment has been used regularly in Primary PE lessons and has shown improved balance, coordination and motor skills through specialist equipment and support for targeted students.
- Planning of lessons with collaborative feedback via iASEND has allowed for a more exact and accurate reporting system.
- Physical activity embedded within SEND provision and EHCP targets.
- Delivery of high quality lessons by qualified staff and teaching assistants that cover a range of activities and on and off site activities.
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Sustainability
REAL PE Curriculum Platform
Why it is sustainable:
- The platform is embedded into curriculum planning rather than being a one-off purchase.
- Staff confidence and lesson consistency have improved through its use.
- Knowledge remains within the school and can be used by future staff and cohorts.
- All staff, teachers and department TAs are using REAL PE in their lessons.
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2. Specialist SEND Physical Development Equipment
Why it is sustainable:
- Equipment can be used repeatedly over many years.
- Benefits multiple cohorts, not just current pupils.
- Supports EHCP physiotherapy and occupational therapy programmes across the curriculum.
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3. Staff Expertise and Collaborative Planning
Why it is sustainable:
- Staff skills remain in school after the funding period.
- Joint planning systems become part of normal practice.
- Improves quality of provision without requiring ongoing external coaching.
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4. Sustainable PE Planning Model
Why it is sustainable:
- The PE department has established a collaborative planning model.
- The approach can continue without additional funding.
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5. Development of External Partnerships
Why it is sustainable:
- Links with local competitions and sporting organisations can continue beyond the funding cycle.
- Creates future opportunities for participation.
Bradfields Academy – Full Report
Primary PE & Sport Premium Strategy Report
Academic Year: 2025–2026
Total Grant Received: £16,480
1. Context of the Academy
Bradfields Academy is an all-through specialist academy providing education for pupils with needs including ASD, MLD and SpLD. Physical development is a significant element of the curriculum and often links directly to physiotherapy and occupational therapy programmes outlined within pupils’ Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The PE and Sport Premium is therefore used not only to increase participation in sport but also to support pupils’ motor development, coordination, independence and confidence in physical activity.
2. Delivery of Primary Physical Education
Primary PE at Bradfields Academy is delivered by the specialist PE department rather than by class teachers. All PE lessons are taught by qualified PE teachers. In many mainstream primary schools, PE is delivered by class teachers and external coaches are often commissioned to support delivery. Because Bradfields already employs specialist PE teachers, the PE and Sport Premium is not used to fund external coaching. Instead, the funding focuses on increasing pupil access to physical activity, specialist equipment, and inclusive sporting opportunities.
3. Funding Overview
| Item | Amount |
| Total PE & Sport Premium Allocation | £16,480 |
4. Spending Summary
| Category | Purpose | Spend | Linked Key Indicator |
| Swimming pool hire | Hire of external swimming facilities | £12,500 | Key Indicator 4 |
| Swimming transport | Transport to swimming sessions | £1,400 | Key Indicator 4 |
| SEND physical development equipment | Equipment supporting EHCP physio / OT programmes | £2,000 | Key Indicator 2 |
| REAL PE membership | Inclusive PE curriculum platform | £550 | Key Indicator 1 |
| Competition opportunities | Participation in inclusive sporting events | £30 | Key Indicator 5 |
5. Key Indicator Strategy and Success Criteria
Key Indicator 1 – Staff confidence, knowledge and skills
| Intent | Implementation | Funding | Impact Evidence | Success Criteria | Sustainability | Progress (RAG) |
| Support staff delivering inclusive PE for pupils with SEND | REAL PE platform and collaborative planning between PE teachers and classroom teams | £550 | Improved lesson consistency and staff confidence seen.
| Staff demonstrate confidence supporting pupils in PE; planning reflects EHCP outcomes. | REAL PE embedded within curriculum planning
| 🟢 Achieved – REAL PE embedded and staff using resources confidently. 100% of primary students accessed weekly PE lessons. Feedback for PCAR meetings indicates an improved understanding of EHCP outcomes and appropriate planning to support the needs within the EHCP. |
Key Indicator 2 – Engagement of pupils in regular physical activity
| Intent | Implementation | Funding | Impact Evidence | Success Criteria | Sustainability | Progress (RAG) |
| Improve motor development and coordination for pupils with SEND | Purchase specialist agility and balance equipment used within PE lessons | £2,000 | Pupils demonstrate improved balance, coordination and engagement | Majority of pupils access regular physical activity and show progress in motor skills | Equipment used across multiple cohorts
| 🟢 Achieved – equipment in use and pupils engaging in regular physical activity. Feedback for PCAR meetings, from the PE team, indicates an improved understanding of EHCP outcomes and appropriate progress has been made for all students in their core strength, balance, fine and gross motor skills. |
Key Indicator 3 – Raising the profile of PE
| Intent | Implementation | Funding | Impact Evidence | Success Criteria | Sustainability | Progress (RAG) |
| Strengthen collaboration between PE staff and class teams | Joint curriculum planning and integrated physical development activities | Staff time | Improved engagement and curriculum alignment | PE supports wider development including confidence and wellbeing | Sustainable planning model within PE department
| 🟢 Achieved and continuing – collaboration and curriculum alignment developing. Staff from both the Primary provision and the PE department have been able to demonstrate an improved understanding of each other’s provision. All students have been able to discuss and provide examples of team work and collaboration from PE when learning other subjects. |
Key Indicator 4 – Broader sporting experiences
| Intent | Implementation | Funding | Impact Evidence | Success Criteria | Sustainability | Progress (RAG) |
| Provide swimming opportunities for primary pupils | Hire of external swimming facilities and transport | Majority of grant allocation | Increased water confidence and swimming competence. All Key Stage 2 students that were eligible to do so accessed the top up swimming programme. | Majority of pupils access swimming and demonstrate improved water confidence | Swimming programme delivered annually
| 🟢 Achieved – swimming programme running and majority of appropriate students accessing sessions. 20 students out of 38 students in Key Stage 2 have accessed the additional swimming. This is due to the level of need and the ability to access off site provisions. The remaining 18 will have access to the top-up swimming programme in their second year in Key Stage 2. |
Key Indicator 5 – Participation in competitive sport
| Intent | Implementation | Funding | Impact Evidence | Success Criteria | Sustainability | Progress (RAG) |
| Provide opportunities for inclusive sporting events | Participation in appropriate competitions and events | Minimal costs The events are free to enter and the cost has been transport only.
| Pupils experience representing the academy | Pupils develop teamwork, resilience and sportsmanship.
| Links maintained with local partnerships. Currently there is a lack of SEN competitions for primary students and whilst our secondary students can, and do access mainstream competitions primary are not currently at that stage.
| 🟢 Achieved and continuing – participation opportunities increasing during the year. 10 students in Owls have accessed tennis and cricket competitions. Owls came second in cricket and all students received participation medals in each event.
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6. Swimming Outcomes
| Measure | Outcome |
| Swim 25 metres | 85% of pupils can swim 25 metres |
| Use a range of strokes | 85% of pupils can use a range of strokes effectively |
| Perform safe self‑rescue | 70% of pupils can perform safe self‑rescue in water |
Due to the complex SEND profile of students at Bradfields Academy, these outcomes compare favourably with starting points on entry.
6. Swimming Outcomes
| Measure | Outcome |
| Swim 25 metres | 85% of pupils can swim 25 metres |
| Use a range of strokes | 85% of pupils can use a range of strokes effectively |
| Perform safe self‑rescue | 70% of pupils can perform safe self‑rescue in water |
Due to the complex SEND profile of students at Bradfields Academy, these outcomes compare favourably with starting points on entry.
7. Additional Swimming Provision
The statutory primary swimming curriculum is delivered outside of the PE and Sport Premium funding. However, due to the complex needs of many pupils, only a small number of pupils meet the national curriculum swimming standard without additional provision. The PE and Sport Premium therefore supports additional swimming opportunities to develop water confidence, coordination and swimming technique.
8. Sustainability
Investment in specialist equipment, curriculum resources and staff expertise ensures that improvements to PE provision remain embedded and benefit future cohorts of pupils.
Investment in specialist SEND equipment, REAL PE curriculum resources, collaborative planning systems and staff expertise has created sustainable improvements to PE provision. These resources and approaches will continue to support future cohorts of pupils, ensuring high-quality physical development opportunities remain embedded across the academy. Improved staff knowledge, established partnerships and enhanced assessment systems further ensure that the impact of the funding extends beyond the current academic year.
9. Governor Summary
The PE and Sport Premium has primarily supported swimming provision and specialist SEND physical development equipment. These investments ensure pupils can access meaningful physical activity and develop confidence, coordination and wellbeing.
The governing body has reviewed the use and impact of the Primary PE and Sport Premium and is satisfied that funding has been used in accordance with the Conditions of Grant and has secured additional and sustainable improvements in physical education, school sport and physical activity.
Please click on ‘PE Premium 2025 – 2026’ to read the report in .pdf format.