Philips High School is a diverse and welcoming community. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They feel happy and safe and they get along well with each other and staff. Pupils are accepting and empathetic of each other’s views and differences. They show respect for how different people choose to live their lives. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged. However, some pupils do not achieve as well as they should in some subjects. This is because there are weaknesses in how well some subject curriculums are designed and delivered. Pupils said that staff deal with rare incidents of bullying quickly and effectively. Leaders have high expectations for how well pupils should behave. Pupils are respectful and courteous and behave well in lessons and around the school. Pupils benefit from a well-thought-out personal development curriculum. Many pupils enjoy various clubs and activities and take on additional responsibilities. These include music, drama, sports and a range of groups to support the promotion of tolerance and respect. The pupil leadership group are passionate about making a difference in school and the wider community.