Pupils are beginning to learn more than they have in the past. Teachers are starting to raise their expectations of pupils. However, pupils and students at this school have not achieved well for far too long. This is especially the case for disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The pupils and students whom we spoke with told us that they feel safe in school. They describe the school as a happy place and they are positive about the recent improvements in behaviour. However, a minority of pupils have concerns about the behaviour on the school’s busiest corridors. Others told us that their learning in lessons is sometimes disrupted, but that this is not commonplace. Although pupils’ attendance has started to improve, too many pupils and students do not attend school regularly. They miss out on vital learning. Mostly, pupils and students told us that bullying is dealt with swiftly. They are confident that there is someone to talk to if they have any concerns. Pupils appreciate the wide variety of clubs on offer, such as those for sports, cooking and drama. They value visits from guest speakers to learn about careers. They enjoy the various trips that are organised to enhance their learning.