The Pupil Premium is additional funding provided by the Government to support disadvantaged pupils and close the attainment gap between them and their peers. At Great Missenden School, part of the Great Learners Trust, we use this funding to ensure all children—regardless of background—have access to high-quality teaching, enrichment opportunities, and targeted support. Our approach reflects the trust-wide commitment to inclusion, equity, and removing barriers to learning.

Every year, we publish a Pupil Premium Strategy Statement, which explains our:

• Funding allocation
• Identified barriers and needs
• Planned use of the funding
• Measurable outcomes
• Impact from the previous academic year

You can read our most recent strategy here:

Eligibility

You may be eligible for Free School Meals if you are currently in receipt of particular benefits (see below).  Please complete this form and your details will be shared with Bucks Council who will let us know if you are eligible for Targeted or Expanded Free School Meals.

If your child is eligible for Targeted Free School Meals they will also receive the Pupil Premium Grant for 6 years. This is money given to the school to raise the attainment of disadvantaged pupils and help close the gap between them and their peers.  Therefore, it is worth applying for Free School Meals even if you child is in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 and already receives Universal Free School Meals. 
Preschool children who attend Preschool for a full day and receive 6 hours Government funding for that day, may also be eligible for Free School Meals

EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY

• Universal Credit with an annual net earned income OVER £7,400 (£616.67 per month)

TARGETED ELIGIBILITY

•  Universal Credit with an annual net earned household income of no more than £7,400 (£616.67 per month)
•  Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
• The guaranteed element of the State Pension Credit
• Income Based Employment and Support Allowance Parents with No Recourse to Public Funds contact your school about how to apply under this criteria

Application Form for Free School Meals and Pupil Premium