Pupils learn in a very calm and inclusive environment. Staff have the highest expectations for all pupils. They show great care for pupils because they want the very best for them. Pupils thrive as a result. Pupils feel safe and happy. They say that they can let staff know if they are worried. Pupils know that staff will help to resolve their concerns. Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They engage really positively with their learning. Pupils show respect to each other and adults. They model the school’s values of ‘respect, perseverance, kindness, independence and teamwork’. Pupils know that bullying is wrong. They are confident that staff will act quickly to stop any unkind behaviour. There are many opportunities for pupils to involve themselves in school life. Pupils can work in the school shop. They can attend clubs, including karaoke, reading and different sports. All pupils in the semi-formal curriculum took part in the whole-school Harry Potter summer performance. Pupils celebrate others’ achievements, including in assemblies. Opportunities to dance in assemblies allow pupils to mix with each other. They thoroughly enjoy these occasions. Parents and carers welcome the support their children receive. Several commented on the fact that staff go ‘way above and beyond’ what you might expect in caring for and teaching their children.