Some pupils do not feel safe at the school. Many are not proud of their school. Too often, pupils are disruptive. The behaviour of some pupils interferes with and stops others learning. Senior leaders and teachers do not deal with poor behaviour consistently. Pupils say that behaviour has deteriorated in the last few terms. Many teachers do not have high enough expectations of what pupils can do and achieve. Pupils are not challenged by their learning. They do not learn well enough in many subjects and do not achieve as well as they should. However, they learn well and enjoy art, photography and graphics work. Pupils’ work and successes in these subjects are displayed throughout the building. Many pupils say that there is often anti-social behaviour at breaktime and lunchtime. They also say that pupils are bullied. Some do not feel confident enough to tell a member of staff. This is because they do not believe staff will deal with it quickly and effectively. Many pupils benefit from the opportunities provided through The Giles Adventure programme. However, pupils who spoke with inspectors were negative about their experiences of school life.