Pupils learn a well-considered curriculum. Teachers help pupils to learn and remember more over time. Leaders have high expectations of all pupils. Pupils are happy and safe here. There is a strong sense of community within the school. Pupils typically described their school as inclusive and diverse. Pupils enjoy taking part in school plays, sporting fixtures and chess club. Music and performing arts are at the heart of the school. Every pupil learns to play a musical instrument in Years 7 to 9. Pupils are sensible and polite. Teachers reinforce good behaviour with rewards, which pupils appreciate. When bullying does happen, staff are supportive and quickly deal with it. Teachers motivate pupils to work hard. They encourage pupils to ask questions if they do not understand. Pupils value the support that staff provide them.