Pupils do well at this school. Leaders are ambitious and strive for the best for their pupils. The majority of the curriculum is well planned and taught. Pupils improve their basic skills and knowledge in English and mathematics. Most pupils enjoy reading and engage well. In a few areas of the curriculum that are less well planned, pupils do not achieve as well as they could. Pupils are safe. They are well looked after by staff who care about them. The vast majority of pupils attend regularly. When pupils struggle to attend, the school uses strategies to support them back into learning. Leaders set high expectations around behaviour, and pupils respond to these. Pupils say that bullying is rare and that teachers resolve issues quickly. Pupils say that there is always someone to talk to if they are feeling unhappy. The school’s work to support pupils’ personal growth is exceptional. Leaders make sure that pupils access far-reaching opportunities alongside the taught curriculum to develop social skills and resilience. These experiences have considerable impact on pupils’ self-esteem and confidence. Careers education is taught well. Pupils learn about and experience employment opportunities through the school’s strong vocational provision. They are well prepared for their future choices.