Pupils are happy and well cared for at this school. They have exceptionally strong and trusting relationships with staff. Pupils talked confidently to inspectors about always feeling safe. They said that on the rare occasions when bullying happens, adults deal with it swiftly. Pupils attend school regularly. They are punctual to and prepared for lessons. Each pupil benefits from a broad curriculum. This stimulates their interests, matches their individual needs and engages them in learning. Staff have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour. This helps to ensure that pupils settle into work quickly and contributes to the calm and purposeful nature of the school. Staff expect pupils to do well. Their high expectations support pupils’ strong progress in subjects such as English, mathematics and science. Pupils learn and remember new knowledge. Pupils develop personally and socially through the many experiences provided by staff. As such, pupils are prepared exceptionally well for the next part of their journey after leaving school. Pupils love outdoor activities. They enjoy geography fieldtrips, visiting castles and excursions to local attractions, such as Hadrian’s Wall. Pupils like honing their business skills. They raise money for local charities through organising coffee mornings and making and selling cakes.