Lexia for Pupil Premium (FSM) Learners

Promoting equity, inclusion and accelerated progress in literacy education

Closing the literacy gap for FSM pupils

Lexia Core5® Reading for Primary and Lexia PowerUp Literacy® for Secondary provide targeted, measurable impact for pupils eligible for Free School Meals (FSM) or supported through the Pupil Premium.

Our adaptive research-based literacy programmes are proven and powerful tools to align with your school’s Pupil Premium strategy for promoting equity, inclusion and accelerated progress in literacy education.

Key Benefits for Pupil Premium (FSM) Learners

Demonstrable impact for Pupil Premium (FSM) strategy.
Adaptive support that raises attainment equitably.
Real-time data for targeted intervention.
Builds independence and motivation.
Supported home to school continuity.
EEF research-proven: +2 months reading progress with FSM learners

Read the full EEF study

How we support Pupil Premium (FSM) Learners

Personalised learning pathways

Both Core5® Reading and PowerUp Literacy® use adaptive technology to tailor reading instruction to each learner’s level.

Meaning that Pupil Premium (FSM) learners, which may have had less access to early literacy experiences, receive support that meets them exactly where they are – meaning there’s no stigma or separation from their peers.

Independent and empowering

Learners progress autonomously through structured tasks that engage and motivate them.

This independence builds confidence and engagement, particularly valuable when support from an adult is limited.

Built-in scaffolding

Visual cues, audio guidance and corrective feedback ensures that learners are always supported in the programme.

Meaning that each learner gets proactive literacy intervention as/when needed to help them stay on track and ensure literacy success.

Data-driven intervention

Real-time reporting gaps and recommends targeted Lexia Lessons® and Skill Builders®

Teachers can quickly act on data, ensuring Pupil Premium funding is directed where it makes the greatest difference.

Progress monitoring

myLexia™, a central hub empowering educators with tools and data for live progress monitoring.

Lexia’s reporting tools allow educators to easily evidence progress in FSM reading skills.

Accessible in school or at home

Lexia can be accessed in school or at home to help bridge digital and learning divides.

Schools frequently use our literacy programmes as part of catch-up sessions, homework clubs or to extend learning opportunities to maximise impact for Pupil Premium (FSM) learners.

A scalable reading intervention

Technology-led, schools can reach all FSM learners in need with minimal lift in terms of staff workload.

Because our literacy programmes are designed to scale across classes, year groups or whole schools, educators can provide consistent, high-quality intervention for all pupils who need it most.

"The estimated impact on children eligible for Free School Meals was similar to the overall result [+2 months in as little as 12 weeks], suggesting the programme could be a good investment for Pupil Premium spend."

EEF Effectiveness Study on Lexia Core5 Reading

Proven results in accelerating progress

“Pupils eligible for Free School Meals made, on average, two additional months’ progress in reading.”

Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) large-scale effectiveness study

Proven Results

Read the full EEF study

Resources for Pupil Premium (FSM) Learners

Here are some resources that you may find useful.

EEF Efficacy Study Summary - Lexia Core5 Reading PDF - 743 KB Schools identify low literacy skills and poor attendance as the biggest challenges to disadvantaged pupils’ attainment - Education Endowment Foundation External Link

“Lexia has also covered the disadvantage gap, supporting our pupil premium and Free School Meals students. It covers a wide range of needs and every pupil is getting the support they need.”

Specialist Teacher, Bury CE High School, Greater Manchester

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