Pupils recognise that their school has been through a period of significant change. They told inspectors that they value the recent improvements that the school has made. For example, most pupils’ behaviour is improving rapidly. This is helping pupils to feel safer and happier at school than they did in the past. Most pupils act respectfully towards each other. A minority of pupils spoke to inspectors about the derogatory language that they experience from their peers. This undermines the positive culture that the school is developing. When pupils report bullying or discrimination, the school usually tackles it quickly and effectively. Pupils know who to turn to if they are worried about anything. However, some lack confidence that staff will deal with their concerns. The trust has helped the school to raise its expectations of pupils’ achievement. This includes for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). However, in many subjects, improvements to the curriculum have not been implemented as well as the trust intends. Many pupils still do not benefit from these improvements. They do not achieve as highly as they should. A growing number of pupils enjoy participating in various extra-curricular clubs. For example, they look forward to local and national debating competitions. Pupils were proud to tell inspectors about the work that the LGBTQ+ group has done to celebrate diversity in the school.