Everybody is made to feel a part of the Knotty Ash community. Pupils spoke highly of their nurturing and caring school. They explained that their school is special because they get to learn three different languages: English, British Sign Language and Spanish. Leaders have high expectations of the achievement and behaviour of pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils work with determination in the classroom and achieve well as a result. They are polite and courteous to adults and their peers. They behave well. Pupils are encouraged to maintain these high standards of behaviour by the regular rewards that they receive. Pupils said that staff will always help them if they have any concerns. They explained that if they have any worries, they write them down and post them to the class ‘worry monster’. Leaders quickly and effectively deal with any instances of name-calling and bullying. As a result, pupils feel safe in school. Pupils enjoy taking part in after-school activities such as the signing choir and judo club. They take their responsibilities seriously. Year 6 ‘Rocketeers’ are ever present on the playground. They ensure that pupils are happy and not left on their own.