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Date:
12/6/2025
Posted By:
Alex
Category:
Premier League
Schools to benefit from continued PE funding
On 11 June 2025, the UK Government officially confirmed the continuation of the Primary PE and Sport Premium for the 2025/26 academic year. This critical funding commitment ensures schools can continue to invest in high-quality PE, School Sport, and Physical Activity (PESSPA) provision for all pupils.
The announcement has been warmly welcomed by national sector leaders including the Youth Sport Trust, Association of Physical Education (afPE), and other members of the National Sector Partners Group, all recognising the vital role this funding plays in supporting inclusive, sustainable, and impactful PE provision across England.
Read the Department for Education statement
Read the Youth Sport Trust statement
Read the afPE statement
What’s Been Confirmed?
- Funding amount: £320 million for 2025/26, continuing at the same level as previous years.
- Payment schedule: Distributed in two instalments – one in Autumn 2025, the second in Spring 2026.
- Eligibility: All primary schools in England with pupils aged 5 to 11 will continue to receive funding.
What This Means for Schools
With funding secured, schools can now plan confidently for the full academic year ahead.
- Plan and enhance provision of high-quality PE and physical activity, supporting at least 2 hours of PE per week and 60 minutes of daily physical activity per pupil.
- Invest in staff CPD, curriculum enrichment, and long-term sustainability strategies.
- Meet accountability requirements by using the new DfE digital reporting tool to submit 2024/25 spend data by 31 July 2025.
How Nottingham Forest Community Trust Can Support You
With funding confirmed, now is the ideal time to evaluate your current PE and sport provision, identify priorities, and plan for greater impact.
At Nottingham Forest Community Trust, we support schools to use funding effectively — improving health, confidence and learning through physical activity.
In 2023/24:
- – 88% of pupils reported improved physical wellbeing
- – 80% saw a positive impact on mental health
- – 82% developed confidence and resilience
Our programmes are shaped by insight, built on trust, and delivered in partnership with schools. Nottingham Forest Community Trust can support your school in delivering outstanding PESSPA through:
- – High-quality curriculum PE delivery
- – CPD and confidence-building for staff
- – Enrichment clubs and school sport pathways
- – Physically Active Learning programmes
- – Long-term sustainable solutions aligned with DfE funding guidelines
Contact us today to explore how we can help your school maximise the 2025/26 Primary PE and Sport Premium.
