The next instalment of the PE and Sport Premium lands in May — right at the start of summer term. With energy levels high and plenty of weeks ahead, it's the perfect time to invest in something that makes a real difference. That's where Teach Active comes in.
What Is the PE and Sport Premium?
The PE and Sport Premium is ring-fenced government funding for state-funded primary schools in England, paid in two instalments — 50% in October, 50% in May. It must be spent on sustainable improvements across five key objectives: boosting staff confidence, increasing pupil engagement, raising the profile of PE, broadening access to physical activity, and increasing participation in competitive sport.
Why Teach Active Is a Great Use of Your Funding
Teach Active is an award-winning, curriculum-linked resource that brings physical activity into everyday classroom learning — integrating movement into Maths, English, and more. Endorsed by leading PE organisations and trusted by thousands of primary schools, it's widely recognised as an outstanding use of the PE and Sport Premium.
Here's how it maps to all five objectives:
- Staff confidence — Ready-made lesson plans and CPD opportunities help every teacher lead active sessions with confidence.
- Pupil engagement — Active, dynamic lessons get pupils moving throughout the day and build a lifelong love of physical activity.
- Profile of PE — Embedding movement across the curriculum shows Ofsted and parents that physical activity is a whole-school priority.
- Inclusive access — Non-competitive activities ensure every child — regardless of ability, gender, or background — can participate and thrive.
- Competitive sport — By building physical literacy, teamwork, and resilience, Teach Active lays the groundwork for greater sport participation.
Why Start This Summer Term?
Summer term gives you enough time to see real impact, gather evidence for your premium reporting, and get staff fully comfortable before September. Schools that start now arrive in the new academic year already confident and embedded — it's the smartest time to begin.
Download Our Ultimate Teach Active Guide
Not sure where to start? Our free guide contains everything you need to know about using Teach Active to help raise attitudes and attainment in Maths and English lessons through active learning. From getting buy-in from staff to seeing results in the classroom, it's all in there.
