Pupils enjoy their warm welcome each day from Luna, the school dog, and from the staff team. Pupils feel happy and ready to learn in school, which is a safe haven for many. Pupils exemplify the school’s values of ‘hope, believe and achieve’. Their behaviours and attitudes towards each other are highly positive. The adventurous outdoor opportunities at playtime help pupils of all ages to mix confidently. As a result, pupils work and play together in harmony. There is a real sense of family at St Ambrose. The school is highly ambitious for pupils’ achievement. Pupils study a curriculum that engages and supports them to gain deep knowledge. Pupils achieve well. The early years setting is vibrant, successful and prioritises children’s language development. Children get off to a flying start on their learning journey. Pupils enjoy exceptional pastoral care blended with a wide range of opportunities. They talk with enthusiasm about their many leadership roles and their contribution to the life of the school and local community. Pupils’ talents and interests are fostered remarkably well through a vast array of after-school clubs and enrichment opportunities. Everyone can excel in something, whether that be in sports, music, textiles, chess or gardening.