‘Let the light of Christ shine in us all’ is the school’s mission statement. Pupils know that they are loved and cared for in this highly inclusive school. They are cherished for the unique individuals they are and respond positively to the encouragement and support they receive. Pupils behave well. Playtimes are lively with lots to do. Lessons are calm and purposeful. Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning. Any behaviours falling short of the school’s high expectations are managed sensitively and with consideration of any additional needs. Pupils know what bullying is and the different forms it can take. They are confident that bullying does not happen here. They are equally confident that if it were to happen it would be sorted straight away. Pupils know that the school is aspirational for their futures. High expectations are set for pupils to work hard and achieve well. Despite this, pupils’ outcomes in 2023 at the end of key stage 2 fell short of the school’s expectations. Leaders took swift action to rectify this and made several curriculum adaptations.