Pupil premium — overview and current rates change log

Pupil premium — overview and current rates: what changed on 14 July 2026

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What changed: From the 2026/27 academic year, FSM eligibility is expanding to include all pupils in households receiving Universal Credit. However, only those meeting the 'Targeted FSM' income threshold will count towards the 'Ever 6 FSM' pupil premium funding cohort.

Who is affected: School leaders, governors, trustees, and local authority Virtual School Heads (VSH) in all state-funded schools (including LA-maintained, academies, free schools, and non-maintained special schools).

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Action needed: Available to community members.

Deadline stated at publication: From the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year

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