The school is at the heart of a rural village community. Staff know pupils and families well. Leaders have created a caring school, where everyone is welcome. Pupils new to the school are well supported. Pupils are polite and well mannered. They show the school rules of ‘be respectful, be ready and be safe’. They show respect to all people and for those who are different to them. They say that school is like a family. Bullying is rare. Concerns are followed up quickly. Pupils are happy and safe. Pupils enjoy a range of activities at play time. This includes an outdoor gym and books, and they enjoy watching sheep on the surrounding hills. Some pupils are given specific responsibilities, such as being peer mentors. Mentors support pupils during play times. Relationships between pupils are friendly and respectful. They are kind to each other. Pupils take turns when playing. They help each other during lessons and around school. Leaders have high aspirations for pupils. They understand how education improves the life chances of pupils. Leaders focus on building vocabulary, starting with the youngest pupils. Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to experience the wider world. Pupils enjoy the experience of a range of visits and visitors to the school.