The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) this week launched an updated, digital guide to the Pupil Premium.

The Pupil Premium supports 2.2 million pupils in England, with over £3bn in funding each year. Yet by the end of secondary school disadvantaged pupils are, on average, still almost 20 months behind their peers.

The EEF's new guide helps school leaders make sure this funding has the biggest impact possible. It covers:

• Understanding pupil needs
• Using evidence to guide decisions
• Building and delivering a strong plan
• Reviewing progress and impact.

Highlights include:

• An evidence brief linking to high-quality research aligned with the DfE's menu of approaches
• A discussion tool for governors
• Case studies from schools across the country including the Research Schools Network.

Explore the guide here.