Staff in this village school share the same determination that every child achieves their full potential. The school’s nurturing environment enables pupils to thrive. The support that pupils receive at this school is carefully tailored to their specific needs. Leaders have ensured that all pupils have access to a good education. The wider curriculum is in a period of change, partly due to the changing organisation of year groups in the school. Leaders are actively working to ensure that all subjects are effectively planned and well implemented. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported in this school. Pupils are happy to come to school. They feel safe and well cared for. This is reflected in their attendance. Members of staff have high expectations of behaviour. The school’s Christian ethos allows each child the chance to shine and develop. The school is peaceful; its core Christian values of love, courage and peace characterise the respectful relationships and the gentle support shown by adults. Pupils say bullying is very rare. When there are any issues, pupils are confident staff sort things out quickly. Parents have a high regard for this school. The great majority of parents were overwhelmingly positive about the school. They described Sutton in Craven Church of England Primary School as welcoming, sharing how their children ‘flourish’ here.