Pupils enjoy coming to school and attend on a regular basis. They have strong and trusting relationships with other pupils and staff. Pupils feel safe and are confident that staff will listen to them if they have any worries or concerns. Pupils learn about racism, homophobic bullying and other forms of discrimination. This helps them to understand the harmful impact of such unacceptable behaviour on others. They feel protected from bullying. If it happens, they know that staff will deal with it immediately. Leaders and staff expect pupils to behave well and achieve highly. Pupils live up to these high expectations. Most pupils achieve well across a range of subjects. They behave well and are polite and well mannered. Pupils’ positive behaviour contributes to the calm and purposeful atmosphere in school. Pupils’ personal development is enhanced exceptionally well. They relish outdoor activities. They enjoy nature walks around the school grounds and looking after the school’s allotments and gardens. They take their responsibilities seriously when tending to the school’s reptiles, ornamental pheasants, hens and small mammals. Pupils enjoy making their views known during school council meetings. An excellent range of opportunities is available for pupils to pursue their interests. These include swimming, photography, curling, go-karting, skiing, ice-skating, equine studies and gymnastics.