Pupils at Nanpean Community Primary School are proud of the school’s Cornish heritage. Their classes are named after the China clay pits which surround the village. However, the headteacher has sought opportunities to widen pupils’ horizons. All teachers plan events that extend the school’s curriculum. For example, pupils have sailing lessons where they learn about sea safety as well as gaining qualifications. Pupils visit the local airport to learn about space. Pupils enjoy their lessons and try hard. Teachers want pupils to do well. However, pupils are not learning all that they should, because the curriculum is not well planned. It does not always include essential learning. In addition, some pupils do not read well enough. Pupils and children in the early years behave very well in lessons. In the playground, older pupils play well with younger ones and teach them new games. Pupils say that even if friends fall out, they are usually still kind. Pupils and their parents believe bullying does not happen at this school. Staff and parents praise the work of leaders to keep the school operating safely during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.