Pupils are determined to succeed and enjoy their studies at this small communityminded school. Pupils joining the school quickly form strong, positive relationships with the adults that work with them. There is a keen sense of kinship between pupils of all ages in the school. Pupils behave well. They are happy and safe. The school offers a broad curriculum. Pupils complete individual study by working through booklets of learning with the support of their teachers. This is combined with thematic units of study which gives pupils the opportunity to experience a group learning environment. Secondary-aged pupils also study lessons in drama, art and English literature as they work towards qualifications in the International Certificate of Christian Education (ICCE). However, the curriculum offer lacks overall ambition, particularly for pupils of secondary age. At times, curriculum content repeats itself and pupils study work that does not successfully build on their prior learning. The school’s chosen phonics programme does not securely support pupils to confidently decode and blend as they learn to read. Pupils are encouraged to celebrate their diverse school community. They learn about a range of different cultures and religions. Older pupils receive careers advice and guidance when preparing to leave the school. They take part in work experience and attend careers workshops as part of their educational trips.