Pupils at Milton-on-Stour Church of England School are welcoming and kind. They enjoy attending school. Relationships between adults and pupils are strong. Pupils are safe and staff care for them well. Pupils know that if they have any worries staff will help to sort these out. Staff’s expectations for pupils are high. Pupils understand this and value learning, both in the classroom and beyond. They speak enthusiastically about how they strengthen their knowledge through visits to places of interest, such as to the Jurassic Coast. Pupils enjoy holding debates and express their views clearly on important topics or current affairs. This helps to develop their confidence. They recognise that people can have different views and it is important to listen to these. Pupils participate in local civic projects. For example, they plant bulbs to enhance the local community. This helps them to appreciate the value of citizenship. At social times, pupils mix happily with one another. They understand the importance of treating everyone fairly. Pupils develop responsibilities through a range of roles. For example, older pupils are proud to be ‘buddies’ for younger children.