Pupils feel safe, secure and valued in this small village primary school. Relationships are warm and caring. The welcoming ethos creates an environment where pupils are happy and are given every opportunity to live out the school motto, ‘from tiny seeds, mighty oaks grow’. The curriculum is broad and engaging. It gives pupils the chance to acquire new knowledge through exciting learning opportunities in the classroom and beyond. Pupils typically achieve well. Achievement is improving over time as the school further embeds some subjects in the curriculum. Behaviour around the school is excellent. Pupils are polite, respectful and sensible. They socialise well together in their play. Pupils work collaboratively in class. Classrooms are calm, orderly and conducive to learning. Pupils learn without disruption. The curriculum is thoughtfully enriched, providing opportunities for pupils to develop their character. Pupils benefit from an extensive outdoor learning offer. Pupils engage in problem-solving, learn how to manage risks and become resilient individuals through hands-on experiences, such as den building and fire lighting. Pupils experience life beyond the local community through visits to London, residential trips and visits to different places of worship. The school aims to develop well-rounded mature citizens.