Pupils’ communication, language and reading development in English is poor. This limits pupils’ ability to understand basic words in the English language. The quality of education in secular subjects is weak. This limits pupils’ depth of understanding in many subjects, including history and geography. Pupils’ knowledge about other faiths, beliefs and cultures is severely limited. Leaders have not ensured that the school meets the requirements of all the independent school standards. Pupils’ behaviour at the school is excellent. They show a great deal of care towards one another. For example, older pupils help younger ones without being asked to. Pupils have a great sense of responsibility in looking after the school environment. The school is a calm and nurturing place. Pupils love coming to school. They value learning about their own faith. Bullying is very rare at the school. This is because adults deal with any issues very quickly. Pupils feel at ease to share any concerns with adults should they arise. Parents and carers are highly supportive of the school. They receive regular updates about how pupils in the school are doing. Parents value the high levels of care that adults provide.