Pupils recognise that they are part of a school that has improved substantially. Leaders set ambitious aspirations for pupils. There have been improvements in the design of the curriculum and pupils’ behaviour and personal development. However, weaknesses in teaching mean that pupils do not achieve well enough. In the sixth form, teaching is stronger, and students learn more consistently as a result. Behaviour is generally orderly, but leaders know that it must improve further. Some pupils and parents and carers remain worried about behaviour. However, when instances of bullying are reported, staff take effective actions to address these and to make sure that pupils are safe. Despite leaders’ actions, too many pupils are absent from school. As a result, they miss valuable learning time and wider experiences. The school works hard to instil a sense of community among pupils. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are included well in all aspects of school life. Pupils enjoy inter-form competitions and the new house system. They celebrate the school’s diversity through events such as the recent cultural day. Students in the sixth form act as mentors for younger pupils. As with many aspects of the school, this is helping to raise pupils’ aspirations.