The Pupil Development Grant (PDG) is funding provided by the Welsh Government to help schools support learners  who may face barriers to achieving their full potential. The grant is primarily allocated based on the number of pupils eligible for free school meals and aims to improve attainment by reducing the impact of poverty on education. Schools use the PDG to provide targeted support such as improving literacy and numeracy, enhancing wellbeing, strengthening family engagement, and creating positive learning environments. This funding plays a vital role in helping children and young people reach their full potential by ensuring high-quality teaching, strong relationships, and effective interventions tailored to their needs.