Pupils, and students in the sixth form, at this school are warmly greeted each morning by their teachers. Those pupils who are new to the school quickly settle into school life. Pupils are happy in the friendly, calm environment that the school provides. Pupils across the school enjoy spending social times together. Teachers expect pupils to listen carefully and to try their best in lessons. Pupils rise to these expectations. They are polite and well-mannered. They are keen to earn merits for their behaviour and learning and to be recognised on the school honour roll. The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement, including those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). In some subjects, these expectations are realised. However, in some other subjects the curriculum does not enable pupils to learn all that they should to prepare them for the next stage of their education. This hinders how well pupils achieve in these subjects. Pupils are taught to treat others with kindness and respect. They experience opportunities to learn about some of the differences among people in their local community and in the wider world. For example, they learn about some other faiths and cultures. However, pupils have a limited understanding of British values, such as democracy and the rule of law. In addition, there are few opportunities for pupils to engage in experiences to develop their talents and interests. Pupils are not as prepared for life in modern Britain as they could be.