At Calmore Junior School, we believe in the transformative power of sport and physical activity. Through the PE and Sport Premium funding, we are able to enhance the quality and breadth of our physical education curriculum, increase participation in sport, and promote lifelong healthy habits among our pupils.

What is the Sport Premium?

The PE and Sport Premium is a government-funded initiative aimed at improving physical education and sport in primary schools across England. Schools receive funding to:

• Improve the quality of PE lessons.
• Broaden the range of sports and activities offered.
• Provide opportunities for more children to participate in sport and physical activity.
• Encourage healthy, active lifestyles.

Our Objectives

At Calmore Junior School, we use the Sports Premium to achieve the following goals:

1. Enhance PE Lessons

   • Provide high-quality training for staff to deliver engaging and effective PE lessons.
   • Invest in new equipment to support a variety of sports and activities.

2. Increase Participation in Sports

   • Offer a wider range of extracurricular sports clubs to cater to diverse interests.
   • Encourage more pupils to participate in inter-school competitions and events.

3. Promote Active Lifestyles

   • Organise initiatives such as the Daily Mile and active playtimes to keep children moving throughout the day.
   • Foster a love for being active, helping children build lifelong healthy habits.

4. Develop Skills and Confidence

   • Use sport as a tool to build resilience, teamwork, and self-confidence in our pupils.
   • Provide targeted support for children who may need extra help to engage with physical activity.

How We Use Our Funding

Here’s how we’ve allocated our Sports Premium funding to make a meaningful impact:

• Specialist Coaching: We bring in expert coaches to lead lessons, train staff, and inspire pupils.
• New Equipment: Investing in modern, high-quality resources to support a variety of sports, from athletics to gymnastics.
• Competitions and Partnerships: Participation in the New Forest Sports Partnership enables our pupils to engage in competitive and collaborative sporting events.
• Active Play Initiatives: Enhancing playground facilities to encourage physical activity during break times.

The Impact of the Sport Premium

Our Sports Premium funding has significantly benefited our school community by:

• Increasing the number of children participating in extracurricular sports clubs and activities.
• Improving pupils’ fitness levels and enthusiasm for sport.
• Building a strong school ethos of teamwork, resilience, and determination.
• Supporting our teachers to deliver consistently high-quality PE lessons.

Sustaining Our Success

We are committed to ensuring that the benefits of the Sport Premium are long-lasting. By investing in staff training, equipment, and partnerships, we are creating a sustainable culture of physical activity and well-being at Calmore Junior School.