Pupils appreciate this warm and welcoming school. Regardless of their different starting points, they soon begin to feel part of the school community. Pupils develop positive, trusting relationships with staff. These relationships help pupils to feel confident and ready to learn. Leaders and staff want the best for pupils. Pupils strive to live up to these high expectations. They listen carefully in lessons and enjoy answering teachers’ questions. Pupils are proud of their achievements. Pupils enjoy collecting special tokens for good behaviour. They know that when they have enough, they will be rewarded with an exciting experience such as a trip to a café, or a visit to the local park. Bullying is unacceptable at Maple Grove. Pupils know that staff would put a stop to it if ever it occurred. Pupils feel safe in school. They know who to talk to if ever they are worried. Parents and carers appreciate the care and education that leaders and staff provide. One parent said, ‘The staff are all brilliant, passionate and caring, not just to children but to parents too.’