Pupils value the warm family atmosphere of the school. They benefit from strong relationships with staff who know them well and care about their well-being. Pupils show respect for the range of backgrounds and cultures found within the school community. Pupils’ behaviour is improving. The school has successfully identified and tackled some of the underlying causes of poor conduct, which has led to a reduction in behaviour incidents. However, some pupils, particularly older pupils, do not place sufficient value on their learning. The school has not supported them to develop the motivation and resilience that they need to be successful in their studies. The school is increasingly ambitious for pupils’ achievement. It has acted to strengthen the curriculum in many areas to improve pupils’ learning. However, the legacy of poor curriculum design and implementation, as well as the weaknesses that persist in some subjects, mean that some pupils do not achieve as well as they should. Pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), benefit from a range of activities to develop their talents and interests such as science club, musical instrument tuition and choir. Pupil sports leaders help staff to lead an array of sports clubs and teams.