Pupils are happy to attend this nurturing village school. They value the friendships they quickly make. Pupils of all ages get along well together. They believe the school is welcoming for everyone. As one pupil commented, ‘It does not matter if you are unique, you are still accepted.’ Staff help pupils understand how to behave in lessons and on the playground. Pupils are encouraged to use their ‘personal power’ to make the right decisions. Bullying does happen on occasion. Records indicate that concerns are dealt with swiftly. Pupils say this helps them feel cared for and safe. Pupils enjoy a wide range of opportunities. This includes trips such as the recent residential trip to Wales. They like learning about different aspects of nature in forest school. Pupils enjoy different leadership roles, including being in the primary leadership team. Older pupils like being buddies to and positive role models for younger children. Staff are keen for pupils to do well. Pupils enjoy learning and work hard. Despite strong improvements though, leaders need to do further work to ensure that their ambitions for what pupils will learn and remember are fully realised.