At The Link School, we are committed to ensuring that all learners, regardless of background or starting point, achieve, belong and progress successfully.
Our pupil premium strategy is rooted in our REACH values (Respect, Effort, Achieve, Communication, Happy & Healthy) and is designed to:
- Remove barriers to learning for disadvantaged learners
- Improve attendance, engagement and behaviour
- Accelerate academic progress
- Secure sustained reintegration and successful post-16 transitions
We recognise that our learners often present with multiple and complex barriers, including:
- SEMH needs and trauma-related behaviours
- Persistent absence and disrupted education
- Safeguarding vulnerabilities and social disadvantage
Our approach is evidence-informed, drawing on the DfE guidance and EEF research, and prioritises:
- High-quality teaching
- Targeted academic support
Wider strategies to support attendance, wellbeing and engagement.
You can read our full Pupil Premium Strategy Statement by downloading the PDF below:
Pupil Premium Statement 2026-27
Contact
Link School Springwell Dene
Swindon Road, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear SR3 4EE
Tel: 0191 5623630
Email: caroline.granton@linkschool.org.uk
Office Opening Times
Mon-Thurs: 8am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8am – 4pm
Link School Pallion
Waverley Terrace, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear SR4 6TA
Tel: 0191 5623640
Email: caroline.granton@linkschool.org.uk
