Pupils flourish at this school. They told inspectors that pupils are made to feel welcome and that they quickly make new friends. Pupils were also keen to explain how the school helps them to develop the confidence and resilience that they need to embrace new challenges. Pupils typically behave well. They play and chat together sociably at breaktimes. Pupils are happy and proud to uphold the school’s values. They strive to follow the ‘rainbow rules’ which help them to behave responsibly and to show respect towards others. The school ensures that all pupils benefit from the impressive ‘Holcombe Offer’. The high-quality activities that pupils experience as part of this offer help them to secure and deepen their learning. Pupils enjoy helping each other through roles such as school councillors, ambassadors, faith leaders or ‘buddies’ to children in the early years. Pupils also take part in a wide range of local events, such as celebrations at their parish church or competitions with other schools. The school has high expectations for the achievement of all pupils. It ensures that disadvantaged pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), overcome any additional challenges that they may face. Pupils typically achieve well across the curriculum.