Pupils, along with students in the sixth form, told inspectors that they feel safe in this school. They enjoy their time here. They explained that they know who to approach if they have any concerns. Pupils and students are confident that staff will support them if they need to do so. Pupils in key stage 3 and key stage 4 understand leaders’ and teachers’ high expectations. Most pupils finish Year 11 with qualifications in a range of subjects. However, there are several subjects in the curriculum where pupils do not learn as well as they should. Students in the sixth form achieve well in their studies. However, students do not currently have access to a wide enough range of secular subjects. Pupils and students behave well in class and around school. They are polite and show this by, for example, holding doors open for adults. Pupils said that there is very little bullying. They know that leaders will deal with it immediately, when it does happen. Pupils enjoy activities outside the formal curriculum. For example, they raise funds for charities and play football and cricket. They also support their local food bank.