Staff are ambitious for pupils. They help pupils to learn successfully. Staff understand pupils’ needs well and cater for each pupil individually. Staff and pupils are respectful towards each other. This helps pupils to feel happy and secure in school. They respond well to the personal approach. Pupils enjoy learning. They take pride in their high-quality work in books. Staff have a shared understanding of the high expectations of pupils’ behaviour in and around the school. The school is calm. Pupils respond positively to the routines and clear directions that are in place. They celebrate the achievements of their peers in lessons and during whole-school assemblies. Pupils confidently express how they feel, including emotions such as anger, anxiety and sadness. Pupils feature strongly in all aspects of school life. They experience a range of opportunities to support their personal development. Pupils learn cooking skills and experience outdoor pursuits such as horse riding. They particularly value their swimming lessons and opportunities to develop strong physical skills. The school prepares pupils well for adulthood and their next steps of education, training and employment. Pupils receive helpful guidance through a well-thought-out careers programme. They learn the value of enterprise and financial management.