Shropshire schools are well known to be more poorly funded than nearly all schools in other parts of the Country. All extra funding is important in delivering good quality education across Shropshire.
“This year Lib Dem policy will mean that Worthen School will receive an extra pupil premium payment of around £4,800 on top of their budget for children receiving free School meals. Hope School will receive £4,200 and Mary Webb in Pontesbury will benefit by £46,800!” Said Cllr Heather Kidd. “I am delighted that many of the schools in my area will gain. Every penny counts for Shropshire Schools.”
Next year the Pupil Premium will be extending its reach to cover any child that has been registered for Free School Meals (FSM) in the past six years. The Department for Education has announced next year’s Pupil Premium will increase by £112 for each pupil. It will rise to £600 per pupil.
Today Cllr Heather Kidd said “If you lose your job, are on benefits or on low pay – ring the Free School Meals Team at Shropshire Council (01743 254368) to see if your child is eligible! You could get free dinners for your child and £480 extra for your school, which will rise to £600 next year!”