The school has settled after a period of staff changes. School leaders have pupils’ best interests at the heart of the decisions they make. Parents and carers are supportive of the school and the changes that are taking shape. Nevertheless, there is still much work to do to improve the quality of education that pupils receive. Some pupils do not achieve as well as they could. Staff expect pupils to work hard, and the vast majority do. Most pupils behave well. However, some pupils find it difficult to manage their emotions and concentration. At times, this leads to disruption in some lessons. Pupils get along well during social times and enjoy spending time with their friends. Pupils say they feel safe, and they are. Adults respond quickly to any concerns they may have. Pupils are valued and cared for. Lifton Community Academy is a highly inclusive school which is ambitious for all pupils. This includes pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds and those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school values of ‘kindness, resilience, wonder and belong’ are lived out by all. Pupils speak with confidence about how they enact their school values and how they feel well prepared for life in modern Britain.