Funding confirmed - Time to plan.
Yesterday (11th June 2025), the Government officially confirmed the continuation of the Primary PE and Sport Premium for the 2025/26 academic year. This welcome news ensures schools can continue to invest in high-quality PE, School Sport and Physical Activity provision for their pupils.
The Youth Sport Trust, afPE and the wider National Sector Partners Group have welcomed the announcement, recognising its vital role in helping schools deliver meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable PE provision.
Funding remains at its current level, £320 million for the academic year, and will continue to be paid to all eligible schools. The funding will be paid in two tranches: one this Autumn, with the second payment due in Spring 2026.
🔗 Read the Youth Sport Trust statement
🔗 Read the afPE statement
🔗 Read the Department for Education statements
What does this mean for schools?
✅ You can now plan your PE, School Sport, and Physical Activity provision with confidence for the full 2025/26 academic year.
✅ There is a renewed opportunity to strengthen provision, develop staff expertise, and embed sustainable practices.
✅ The ongoing premium enables schools to continue meeting national guidance, ensuring all pupils receive at least 2 hours of high-quality PE per week and opportunities for 60 minutes of daily physical activity.
How Aspire can help
With the funding secured, now is the perfect time to take stock of your current provision, review your priorities, and plan for impact. At Aspire, we’re here to support schools with:
- High-quality curriculum PE delivery
- CPD and staff confidence-building
- Enrichment clubs and School Sport opportunities
- Physically Active Learning programmes
- Sustainable solutions aligned with funding guidelines
Contact us today to discuss your plans for 2025/26 and secure support tailored to your school’s needs.