Leaders’ expectations of what pupils can achieve academically are not high enough. Until recently, leaders did not ensure that the curriculum was taught in a way that helped all pupils to read well or to know more and remember more over time across most subjects. Parents also raise concerns that expectations are not high enough for their children. Where routines are in place, such as walking to assembly, pupils are calm and orderly. They follow instructions and participate appropriately. Leaders have clear expectations of pupils’ behaviour but some staff do not consistently follow the behaviour policy. As a result, pupils do not behave well enough in some classrooms and they do not learn as well as they should. Pupils are happy and feel safe at school. They are courteous and respectful. For example, pupils hold doors open for visitors, staff and pupils. Relationships in school are positive. When bullying happens, leaders deal with it according to the school policy. Pupils enjoy attending the school’s breakfast club. They take part in a wide range of after-school sports activities, including cross-country and fencing. Pupils fundraise for chosen charities, such as counting sweets in a jar to raise money for a children’s hospice.