This is a caring school held in high regard by the school community. Pupils and their families appreciate the warm welcome at the school gate and the excellent pastoral support available. Pupils are happy and feel safe. Pupils benefit from the high ambition and aspirations the school has for all pupils to thrive spiritually, academically and socially. The curriculum is inspiring and interesting for pupils. Pupils engage well with their learning and work hard. They achieve well. The school’s consistent approach to behaviour supports pupils in proudly upholding the school’s mission to ‘aspire to be our best’. Pupils are respectful and polite. All are welcome here. Social times of the day are joyful. Pupil sports leaders relish the responsibility of organising games for their peers. Interesting activities are provided for pupils’ purposeful play. For instance, the popular lunchtime ‘board games’ club expands pupils’ wider interests and social skills. The school ensures that pupils are empowered to develop their leadership skills and contribute to the school community. For example, eco-warriors lead the school in developing recycling habits. The school council contributes to significant events such as positive mental health day. The chaplaincy leaders organise reflection time for their peers with care and attention.