This small school is like a big family. Pupils are extremely happy. When they join the school, pupils quickly make new friends. Staff look out for pupils. They make sure pupils are safe and keep physically and mentally healthy. Pupils know they can share concerns with an adult. Cleo, the school dog, is always around for a cuddle. Pupils are ready to learn and are inquisitive. They bring tremendous enthusiasm to everything they do. They love reading and finding out about the world around them. When faced with a problem, they are resilient and do not give up. Most pupils behave consistently well and learn much because of their teachers’ high expectations. When some pupils’ behaviour is less positive, teachers deal with it appropriately. For such a small school, pupils enjoy a dazzling range of clubs and extra-curricular activities. These experiences help them hone new skills and enhance curriculum knowledge. They play sports and compete against other schools. Pupils visit farms and the zoo and look after chickens. These opportunities help pupils build an understanding of animal welfare and the environment. They develop balance and coordination at Piper’s Vale gymnastics centre. Pupils build confidence and sing at Snape Maltings concert hall.