The quality of education at the school is unacceptable. Deep-rooted weaknesses in leadership hinder school improvement. The capacity to improve the quality of education across the school is poor. Pupils’ attainment in reading is very low in all key stages. Achievement across the curriculum is weak. This is particularly true for children in the early years. Throughout the school, pupils do not have a wide range of opportunities to promote their personal development. Some pupils lack self-control because adults do not insist on high standards of behaviour. They are inattentive in lessons. They are too boisterous while they are playing. Some pupils are unruly as they move around the school. Some pupils are disrespectful when they are talking to each other. Despite its shortcomings, pupils are proud to belong to their school. They feel safe and staff deal with bullying effectively. The school motto of ‘Love one another as I have loved you’ is apparent in some aspects of school life. Staff and pupils show this by the welcome that all pupils receive, regardless of their faith or ability. Pupils empathise with those who are vulnerable. They are keen to help others.