This is a very happy and harmonious school with strong and shared values of ‘creativity, community and confidence’. Staff swiftly and expertly build extremely positive relationships with every pupil. Consequently, pupils feel valued and cared for, and they blossom as individuals. Staff have precisely identified pupils’ needs. They have thoughtfully designed an ambitious curriculum across a broad range of subjects in all key stages. Furthermore, reinforcement of literacy, communication and numeracy skills is woven through lessons and enrichment activities. Pupils are increasingly prepared very well for their next steps and make steady progress through the curriculum from their starting points. Pupils in Year 11 are helped to achieve a range of qualifications, including GCSEs. Pupils delight in coming to school. Their behaviour and attitudes to learning are exceptionally positive. Pupils learn to put into practice highly effective strategies to manage their emotions. They are proud they can do this with increasing independence. Consequently, lessons and social time are calm and purposeful. Pupils are kind and courteous. It is striking how respectfully pupils treat the school’s pristine environment, including the numerous displays of their peers’ artwork. Also, younger pupils take great care not to disturb those taking examinations.