The school is much larger than the average-sized primary school, and the great majority of pupils come from a wide range of ethnic minority backgrounds. The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for the pupil premium, primarily those known to be eligible for free school meals, is more than twice the national average. There is a high proportion of pupils who speak English as an additional language, more than three times the national average. The proportion of pupils supported at school action is below average, but the proportion of pupils supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is more than twice the national average. The school does not use any alternative provision. A higher number of pupils than usual join the school other than at the usual starting times. The school meets the government’s current floor standard, which sets the minimum expectations for attainment and progress. The school operates a breakfast club for pupils before the start of the school day.