Pupils are happy and safe at Pathfinder. Staff are positive role models. They teach pupils how to be respectful and kind. This is reflected in the way that pupils conduct themselves in lessons and at playtimes. Overall, pupils behave very well. Expectations for what pupils can achieve have risen considerably over the past year. Pupils’ knowledge is improving thanks to the improved curriculum in Years 1 to 6. Classrooms are well organised and positive places in which to learn. In the early years, change has been slower. Children are starting to benefit from the changes the school and trust have made. However, there is more to do to ensure that children in the early years are as well prepared for Year 1 as they should be. Some older pupils learn to be responsible through taking on leadership roles such as sports or play leaders. This gives pupils a chance to contribute to wider school life. Pupils enjoy the extra activities they can attend. They value being members of the choir or representing the school at sporting events. These help to support pupils to develop some of the talents and interests they have.