Leaders and staff do not have high enough expectations for pupils at South Shore Academy. Leaders do not ensure that all pupils attend school regularly or benefit from an appropriately broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum. Many pupils do not receive an acceptable standard of education. They are poorly prepared for their next steps in education, employment or training. This is partly because many staff are not suitably equipped to ensure that pupils learn effectively in the subjects that they study. Many pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are unhappy about the education that they receive. Their needs are not adequately met, and they do not receive the support that they need to ensure that they learn well. Pupils’ learning in lessons is not usually disrupted by poor behaviour. Conversely, pupils regularly experience a wide range of anti-social behaviours around the school grounds and during social times. This includes the use of abusive language, bullying and physical aggression. Some pupils do not have confidence in how some staff deal with such issues. This spoils pupils’ enjoyment of school. Pupils are well educated about how to stay safe. Staff ensure that safeguarding procedures are effective. Pupils are appreciative of what staff do to support this aspect of their welfare and to help them to feel safe. Some pupils take part in activities that enhance their personal development. For example, some pupils take full advantage of the range of additional opportunities on offer, such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. However, the participation of many pupils in enrichment activities is often not sustained.