Most pupils have high aspirations for themselves and value their education. However, many are disappointed by the unacceptable experience they receive at the school. They are particularly frustrated by regular disruptions to learning and the poor behaviour of a significant minority of pupils. Students in the sixth form have similar frustrations about the way poor behaviour affects their school experience. A large proportion of pupils told us that they do not feel safe at the school. Many pupils recounted their unpleasant experiences and expressed worries about school. These include teasing about personal characteristics such as ethnic background and gender, being victim of or having to witness violence, and being prevented from using toilets due to the poor conduct of others. One in three pupils reported on Ofsted’s survey that bullying happens at the school and teachers are not good at resolving it. Many parents and staff share similar concerns about pupils’ safety. Over the last 12 months, pupils have experienced many changes in teachers and leaders at the school. This has led to varied expectations by staff of what pupils can learn and do, and an inconsistent standard of teaching.