Pupil Premium
At BBEC, we foster a values-driven culture where every student feels a sense of belonging. We are committed to ensuring that all students, including those eligible for the Pupil Premium, receive the support they need to achieve their full potential, regardless of their background.
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Our key aims are to:
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Provide additional support to improve the attainment and progress of all disadvantaged students.
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Close the attainment and progress gap between disadvantaged students and their peers. We recognise that the Covid-19 pandemic has contributed to further gaps in students' knowledge, skills, and progress.
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Ensure that disadvantaged students attend school as regularly as their non-disadvantaged peers.
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Raise the aspirations of disadvantaged students and support them, as with all our students, to become the very best they can be.
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Provide disadvantaged students with access to a wide range of enriching experiences beyond the classroom as part of our minimum entitlement offer.
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Reduce exclusions and improve attitudes towards learning and school among disadvantaged students.
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We allocate funding where it will have the greatest impact on student outcomes. Our approach is informed by educational research, including the principles and recommendations of the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), while also responding to the specific needs and circumstances of students at Buttershaw Business and Enterprise College.
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Our Pupil Premium Strategy, including details of how funding is allocated, can be viewed via the link below.
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Pupil Premium Strategy Statement - 2025-2026
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SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND OUR COMMUNITY
At Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College, we are committed to ensuring that every student has access to the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
Free School Meal Eligibility
Free school meals are available to pupils whose parents/carers are in receipt of one or more of the following benefits:
• Universal Credit (provided parents/carers have an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400, as assessed from earnings over up to three of their most recent assessment periods)
• Income Support
• Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
• Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
• Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
• The Guarantee Element of Pension Credit
• Child Tax Credit (provided parents/carers are not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
• Working Tax Credit run-on (paid for four weeks after parents/carers stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit)
By registering for Free School Meals, your child could receive additional support through the school's Pupil Premium Funding, which helps us provide extra resources, interventions, educational experiences and opportunities to support student achievement and wellbeing.
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Eligibility criteria are set by the Government and may be subject to change. Please contact the school or your local authority if you are unsure whether your child qualifies.
How to Apply
Applying is quick and easy. Parents and carers can apply online through Bradford Council's Free School Meals service.
Visit: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/benefits/applying-for-benefits/free-school-meals/
Even if you are unsure whether you qualify, we strongly encourage you to apply. The application only takes a few minutes and could unlock valuable support for your child.
Need Help?
If you would like assistance with your application or require further information about Free School Meals or Pupil Premium funding, please contact the school. Our team will be happy to help. admin@bbec.bdat-academies.org
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Financial Support and Cost of Living Assistance
Useful support includes
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Citizens Advice– Free, confidential and impartial advice on benefits, debt, housing, employment and cost of living support.
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Turn2us – Information on benefits, grants and financial support, including a benefits calculator and grants search tool.
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Policy in Practice (Better Off Calculator) – A free benefits calculator to help individuals understand what financial support they may be entitled to.
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Bradford Council Cost of Living Support – Information on local financial assistance, energy support, food support, crisis funds and other help available across the Bradford district.
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You may also wish to include the dedicated Cost of Living Bradford website, which brings together a wide range of local support services and resources:
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Local Support Available for BBEC Families
Buttershaw and the surrounding Bradford area have several organisations that provide practical support, advice and community services for local families.
Footprints Family Centre
Website: https://buttershawfootprints.org.uk/
Located in the heart of Buttershaw, Footprints Family Centre offers support for families with young children, including Stay & Play sessions, SEN support groups, a low-cost community café, parenting advice and access to external support services such as financial advice and family guidance. The centre also provides signposting to other local organisations.
Contact: 01274 690262
Email: info@buttershawfootprints.org.uk
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Sandale Community Hub
Website: https://sandaletrust.org/
The Sandale Community Hub provides a range of community-based services aimed at improving the wellbeing of local residents. Support includes community activities, advice services, social groups, volunteering opportunities and access to affordable food provision.
Contact: 01274 270170
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Sandale Supermarket
Website: https://bradfordfoodbanks.org.uk/sandale-trust/
The Sandale Supermarket is a low-cost food scheme serving families across the Buttershaw area. For a small weekly membership fee, households can access a variety of fresh food, cupboard essentials, household products and toiletries. No referral is required, making it an accessible option for families looking to reduce weekly food costs.
Address: Sandale Community Hub, Reevy Road West, Buttershaw, BD6 3LX
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Reevy Hill Family Hub
Reevy Hill Family Hub supports families from pregnancy through to young adulthood. Services include health visitor clinics, infant feeding support, parenting programmes, SEND support, youth services, emotional wellbeing support and family advice. The hub acts as a one-stop shop for many family support needs.
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Contact: 01274 434940
Email: FamilyHubSouth@bradfordcft.org.uk
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Royds Community Association
Website: https://www.royds.org.uk/
Royds Community Association delivers a number of community projects in the Buttershaw area. Their Befriending Service helps reduce isolation among older and vulnerable residents through regular social contact, companionship and community support. They also offer volunteering opportunities and community activities.
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Bradford Central Foodbank
Website: https://bradfordcentral.foodbank.org.uk/
Bradford Central Foodbank provides emergency food parcels and practical support to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. Referrals can often be arranged through schools, health professionals and community organisations.
Contact: 0300 102 0120
Email: info@bradfordcentral.foodbank.org.uk
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Food Support Across Bradford
Website: https://bradfordfoodbanks.org.uk/
The Find Food in Bradford directory provides information about food banks, community pantries, affordable food markets, warm spaces and emergency meal providers across the Bradford district. Families can search for support available within their local area.
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Healthy Start Scheme
Families who are pregnant or have children under four may be eligible for help with healthy food and vitamins. Visit https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk
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We Are Here to Help
If you are experiencing difficulties and are unsure where to turn, please contact BBEC in confidence. General enquiries: admin@bbec.bdat-academies.org
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​Historic documents:
Pupil Premium Strategy - 2024-2025
Pupil Premium Strategy - 2023-2024
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