Leaders have raised their expectations of pupils’ behaviour. Most pupils respect each other and their teachers. Consequently, pupils learn without interruption in most lessons. However, a small minority of pupils disrupt learning. Most pupils behave in a calm and orderly way around the school. However, some pupils behave in a boisterous way in some buildings during breaktimes. Students in the sixth form are mature and behave extremely well. All pupils who spoke with inspectors said that they feel safe. They told inspectors that there is always someone who will listen to them and take them seriously if they have any concerns or worries. Most pupils are confident that staff would deal with bullying quickly if it should happen. Pupils appreciate the extensive range of extra-curricular activities and clubs on offer, such as chess, music technology and badminton. They spoke positively about the ‘Humanutopia’ programme which promotes their mental health and well-being. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), have not achieved well over time. This is partly because of the negative impact of turbulence in senior leadership. However, leaders’ recent actions are helping to improve the quality of education that pupils receive.