Leadership and management are inadequate. Senior leaders do not listen to staff concerns, particularly in managing pupils’ behaviour. This has led to a level of despair that is starting to impact negatively on the enjoyment and experiences of staff and some pupils. However, most pupils still enjoy coming to school. They particularly like the various clubs and other activities that the school provides. For example, pupils have fond memories of trips, such as to Torre Abbey. Most pupils feel safe and happy. They have confidence that staff will provide the right support and guidance when they need it. Pupils know what bullying is. They say that when bullying occurs, it is dealt with quickly. However, pupils complain that behaviour in lessons is not always good. This frustrates them and interrupts their learning. Pupils enjoy learning. Nevertheless, pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), do not acquire the necessary knowledge in all subjects to be as ready for the next stage of their education as they should be. Recent improvements to the curriculum, coupled with higher expectations of what pupils can achieve, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics, are helping pupils to know and remember more. However, an ambitious curriculum has not yet been fully established for all pupils.