Pupils are very positive about their school. Some described it as ‘blissful’. More than one parent described it as ‘a wonderful school’. Other parents described it as ‘magical’ and ‘extraordinary’. Inspectors found it to be exceptional in many ways. Pupils told inspectors that they feel safe here. They commented that they do not have problems with bullying or harassment. They reflected that if this was the case, the ‘community’ would not work, and that ‘community and respect’ are at the heart of this school. Pupils love the mixed-year group approach to different phases of the school. One said that she learns much from both younger and older peers alike. Younger children attending both of the school’s ‘children’s houses’ are equally happy. Despite the outwardly idyllic nature of the school, expectations of what pupils can achieve in life are high. This does not just mean academically. Pupils are taught to be independent but are expected to contribute positively to all aspects of the school. Older pupils in particular are given a high degree of freedom. However, they understand well that freedom comes with associated responsibility, and they rise to the challenge brilliantly.