Pupils thrive at Hucknall National. Pupils and adults exemplify the school’s Christian values. They have caring and respectful relationships. Pupils behave well and trust adults to help them with any problems they might have. Pupils are well prepared for the next stage in their education. As one parent said: ‘The staff have a genuine desire to see pupils be the best they can be.’ Leaders and teachers have high aspirations for all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils work hard in lessons and achieve well. All pupils are taught a broad and balanced curriculum. Most curriculum subjects are clearly planned. In some of the foundation subjects, the curriculum is not as precisely planned. Pupils speak enthusiastically about the many trips and experiences that help their learning. Leaders place great emphasis on pupils’ wider development. Pupils enjoy a variety of extra-curricular clubs and activities, including football, choir and dodgeball. Every child has the opportunity to play an instrument and learn to read music. Pupils have responsibilities, including as members of the pupil parliament and as sports ambassadors. Pupils know how to be a good citizen and are celebrated as being a ‘Hucknall Hero’.