Pupils are happy in school and speak positively about being part of the Catshill Middle School ‘community’. Staff give pupils individual support and guidance. This helps them to feel part of this community and to want to come to school every day. Classrooms and social areas are calm and orderly places. Pupils are safe in school and say that poor behaviour is rare. Staff support pupils who show challenging behaviour or need a ‘timeout’ very well. If bullying happens, staff work with pupils to sort out any issues quickly. Leaders have expectations for all pupils. They have developed a curriculum that enables pupils to achieve well. Pupils study a broad range of subjects. Pupils and staff have good working relationships, which helps pupils to have positive attitudes to learning. Pupils are particularly enthusiastic about learning English and mathematics. Pupils develop secure literacy and numeracy skills, which gives them confidence with reading, writing and numbers in other subjects. Leaders place a strong emphasis on supporting pupils’ personal development. As part of the daily ‘life skills’ curriculum, pupils learn about their health and well-being. Pupils also develop their understanding of fundamental British values, equality and diversity. They take part in a wide range of extra-curricular sports, music and drama activities.