Pupils feel happy and safe in this nurturing school. There are strong, caring relationships between staff, pupils and their families. The school motto, ‘treat others as you want to be treated’ is lived out by staff, pupils and governors. Pupils behave well. They are polite and considerate. They show a genuine interest in visitors to the school, asking them questions and listening attentively to their responses. Children in the Reception class are eager to invite visitors to join in their play. The school is aspirational for the success of all. Pupils live up to the high expectations of what they can achieve. Pupils are academically and emotionally well prepared for high school. The school places great importance on pupils’ social and emotional development. There is a range of opportunities that are available to develop pupils’ talents and interests. These are taken up by the majority of pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils enjoy a range of clubs, such as choir, gardening and table tennis. Pupils benefit from residential visits that present them with new and exciting challenges, such as climbing and canoeing. Other visits are linked carefully to enhance pupils’ learning of the curriculum.