Northill is a small school, which fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all pupils. It is a happy and nurturing place in which to learn. The school knows pupils really well and wants the best for them. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are proud of their school. Most attend every day and show a willingness to succeed. Pupils work hard to meet the school’s high expectations for their learning. There have been many changes to leadership and staff in recent years. This has concerned some parents and carers. The school has developed strong and trusting relationships with pupils and their families. Pupils feel safe at school. They know that adults care for them and will help if there is a problem. Classrooms are calm and purposeful. Pupils listen to their teachers attentively and settle to tasks quickly. They are confident, happy to participate in learning and extremely polite to adults and visitors. Pupils have a strong understanding of the school values of safe, ready, respectful. They explain how these help them to try their best and listen to adults.