Pupils say that Potton School is a friendly place where everyone is welcome. Pupils enjoy learning and know staff have high expectations of them. Pupils work hard to meet these expectations and so they learn well in their lessons. Pupils are well cared for by the staff. Pupils like the extra activities, such as monthly reading competitions and sports clubs, that leaders provide. Pupils enjoy studying other faiths and cultures and appreciate the wider programmes in school, such as studying art from around the world. As one pupil commented, ‘We live in a Potton bubble; teachers burst the bubble so we can see the outside world.’ Pupils benefit from the leadership roles staff give them. The ‘Potton prefect’ system helps pupils to develop confidence. Pupils enjoy helping staff, for example by working in the school library. There is a strong sense of community. Pupils say they feel safe and happy. Bullying rarely happens. Pupils say that their teachers are quick to sort bullying out when it does happen. Pupils behave well. They understand why school values such as honesty and patience are important. Pupils know staff want them to behave well and be kind to each other. Pupils who join the school make friends and quickly settle in.