Pupils are proud members of their school. There is a strong sense of community in which pupils care for and look out for one another. Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and nurturing. Pupils enjoy school, and this shows in their very high attendance. The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement. Pupils are focused in lessons and have a positive attitude toward their learning. Pupils learn well across the curriculum. Pupils behave well. Starting from the early years, expectations and routines are known and understood. Classrooms are purposeful, and pupils move around the school calmly. They are responsive to instructions and know what is expected of them. At social times, pupils play happily and enjoy their time together, taking part in games such as football and chess. Pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain. The school’s focus on developing pupils’ character weaves through all aspects of school life. Pupils enjoy being recognised for demonstrating key values that they have been taught through the school’s ‘reward card’. These values support pupils to become positive citizens of society. Pupils also contribute to the local community through events such as singing in the local care home.