DfE PE and Sport Premium Reporting Tool 2025-2026

School Name: St James’ Catholic Primary School
PE Lead: Mr Mark Woolley
Date Published: July 2026

PE and Sport Premium Funding Summary

Item	Amount (£)
Total Allocation	£17,570
Total Expenditure	£16,195
Remaining Balance	£1,375

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Key Indicator 1: The Engagement of All Pupils in Regular Physical Activity

Intent: To provide increased opportunities for pupils to participate in regular physical activity through curriculum enhancement, extra-curricular provision and swimming.

Action/Investment	Funding Allocated	Impact and Evidence	Sustainability and Next Steps
Tameside Sports Trust Coach (2 hours per week across three terms for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 after-school clubs).	£1,995	Pupils accessed a broad range of sports including tag rugby, gymnastics, athletics, basketball, dance and multi-sports. Participation levels remained consistently high throughout the year, increasing engagement in physical activity beyond curriculum PE.	Continue partnership with Tameside Sports Trust and increase provision by an additional hour per week to reflect pupil demand, particularly for multi-sport activities.
Additional Year 5 Swimming Provision (weekly lessons for three terms).	£1,400	Pupils benefited from extended swimming instruction, improving confidence, water safety awareness and swimming competence.	Continue additional swimming provision and provide targeted intervention for pupils not meeting the 25-metre National Curriculum standard.
Swimming Transport	£3,300	Enabled pupils to access swimming lessons consistently throughout the academic year.	Maintain funding to ensure equitable access for all pupils.
Specialist Football Coaching (2 sessions weekly for two terms).	£5,000	Increased participation in structured physical activity. Pupils developed sporting skills, teamwork and confidence.	Develop internal expertise through staff CPD and coach mentoring.

Overall Impact

The school has successfully provided a wide range of physical activity opportunities throughout the academic year. Pupil engagement remains strong, with increasing participation in extra-curricular sport and physical activity.

Next Steps

• Increase sports coaching provision based on pupil voice.
• Re-launch Junior Play Leaders.
• Train Midday Assistants to facilitate active lunchtimes.
• Introduce additional sports requested by pupils.

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Key Indicator 2: The Profile of PE and Sport Being Raised Across the School as a Tool for Whole School Improvement

Intent: To encourage active lifestyles and increase participation in physical activity throughout the school day.

Action/Investment	Funding Allocated	Impact and Evidence	Sustainability and Next Steps
Purchase of playground, breaktime and breakfast club sports equipment.	£2,000	Pupils regularly accessed sporting equipment during breaktimes, lunchtimes and breakfast club. Increased physical activity levels were observed alongside improved confidence, cooperation and skill development.	Equipment will continue to support active play for future cohorts. Future purchases will be informed through pupil voice and equipment audits.

Overall Impact

PE and sport maintain a high profile across the school and contribute positively to pupils’ health, wellbeing and engagement throughout the school day.

Next Steps

• Develop pupil consultation when selecting future equipment.
• Expand active playground opportunities.
• Increase structured activities during lunchtimes.

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Key Indicator 3: Increased Confidence, Knowledge and Skills of All Staff in Teaching PE and Sport

Intent: To improve staff expertise and increase the school’s capacity to deliver high-quality PE and sport provision.

Action/Investment	Funding Allocated	Impact and Evidence	Sustainability and Next Steps
School Sports Partnership (SSP) Subscription and CPD opportunities.	£1,500	Staff attended professional development opportunities which improved confidence, subject knowledge and understanding of effective PE delivery.	Continue CPD opportunities and broaden access to staff across school.
Coaching observations and mentoring for Nursery Teaching Assistant.	Included within provision	The Nursery Teaching Assistant developed the confidence and skills to deliver additional physical development activities and small-group sessions.	Extend observation opportunities to additional teaching assistants and support staff.

Overall Impact

Staff confidence and subject knowledge have increased, resulting in improved physical activity opportunities across EYFS and the wider school.

Next Steps

• Expand staff coaching observations.
• Increase whole-school access to PE CPD.
• Develop internal expertise to support sustainable provision.

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Key Indicator 4: Broader Experience of a Range of Sports and Activities Offered to All Pupils

Intent: To ensure pupils experience a diverse range of sports and physical activities which promote lifelong participation.

Action/Investment	Funding Allocated	Impact and Evidence	Sustainability and Next Steps
After-school Multi-Sport Clubs (EYFS and KS1) and new equipment purchases.	£2,000	Pupils accessed a wide range of sporting activities, increasing participation, enjoyment and confidence. The provision broadened sporting experiences beyond the PE curriculum.	Resources will continue to support curriculum and extra-curricular provision. Greater pupil voice will inform future activity choices.

Overall Impact

Pupils benefited from a broader range of sporting experiences and demonstrated enthusiasm for participating in both traditional and alternative sports.

Next Steps

• Introduce activities requested through pupil voice, including dodgeball and bench ball.
• Continue to review and expand the extra-curricular offer.

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Key Indicator 5: Increased Participation in Competitive Sport

Intent: To provide pupils with opportunities to represent the school and participate confidently in competitive sport.

Action/Investment	Funding Allocated	Impact and Evidence	Sustainability and Next Steps
Specialist Football Coaching and Competition Preparation.	Included within Key Indicator 1 spend	Pupils developed technical skills, tactical awareness, resilience and teamwork, enabling them to participate more confidently in competitive events.	Teaching Assistant support during sessions is helping to build internal capacity for future coaching and competition preparation.

Overall Impact

Pupils were better prepared for competition and benefitted from opportunities to develop sportsmanship, resilience and confidence.

Next Steps

• Explore football coaching qualifications for support staff.
• Increase participation in local tournaments and sporting festivals.

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Swimming and Water Safety

Year 6 Swimming Outcomes	Percentage
Swim competently, confidently and proficiently over a distance of at least 25 metres	32%
Use a range of strokes effectively	100%
Perform safe self-rescue in different water-based situations	100%

Evaluation

While all pupils met the expected standards for water safety and stroke development, the proportion achieving the National Curriculum 25-metre expectation remains below school expectations. Extended swimming provision has been introduced to address this and will remain a priority moving forward.

Additional Provision Required

• Continued investment in additional swimming lessons.
• Targeted intervention for non-swimmers and weaker swimmers.
• More frequent progress monitoring throughout Key Stage 2.

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Participation and Impact

Pupil Voice Summary

Pupil consultation identified high levels of satisfaction with current PE and sport provision. Pupils requested:

• A wider range of sporting activities, including dodgeball and bench ball.
• Increased opportunities for active play during lunchtimes.
• Additional playground sports equipment.

These priorities will inform future planning and expenditure.

SEND Participation and Impact

All pupils with SEND access curriculum PE and are given equal opportunities to participate in clubs and sporting activities. Appropriate adaptations ensure inclusivity and high levels of engagement.

From September 2026, Arbor will be used to monitor participation more closely and identify trends for targeted intervention.

Disadvantaged Pupil Participation and Impact

A significant proportion of disadvantaged pupils participate in extra-curricular sport. Clubs remain affordable at £1 per session, with additional financial support provided where required to ensure equal access.

From September 2026, Arbor reporting will provide more detailed analysis of participation and impact among disadvantaged pupils.

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Governor Evaluation Statement

The PE and Sport Premium is monitored through regular meetings between the PE Lead and the school’s Link Governor for PE and Sport, Mr Martin Brennan. Governors review expenditure, participation rates, outcomes against the five Key Indicators and future priorities. Progress updates are reported to the Local Governing Body to ensure effective accountability and value for money.

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Action Plan Priorities for 2026-2027

Priority 1: Re-launch Junior Play Leaders

Intended Outcome: Increased pupil leadership opportunities and higher levels of physical activity during lunchtimes.

Success Criteria:

• Trained Year 5 and Year 6 Play Leaders actively leading games.
• Increased pupil participation in lunchtime activities.
• Positive pupil voice feedback.
• Reduced levels of inactive behaviour during lunchtimes.

Priority 2: Improve Swimming Outcomes

Intended Outcome: Increase the percentage of pupils achieving the National Curriculum 25-metre swimming standard by the end of Key Stage 2.

Success Criteria:

• Increased swimming attainment data.
• Targeted support for identified pupils.
• Improved confidence and competence in water.

Priority 3: Broaden Sporting Opportunities

Intended Outcome: Increase participation rates through an expanded extra-curricular offer.

Success Criteria:

• Greater variety of sports available.
• Increased attendance at clubs.
• Increased participation from SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Positive outcomes from annual pupil voice surveys.