The phrase
"disadvantaged pupils" refers to students who may face additional challenges or barriers to their education or opportunities compared to their peers. These challenges or barriers could be related to their socioeconomic background, such as coming from a low-income family, experiencing poverty, or living in an underprivileged community. These students may require extra support, resources, or interventions in order to level the playing field and ensure they have equal opportunities to succeed in their education.
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