Pupils are proud to attend Wellfield Academy. Parents, carers and pupils recognise the many positive changes since the previous inspection in 2018. Most pupils are happy at school and said that it is a safe place to be. Leaders have high expectations of what pupils can achieve. Curriculum plans are ambitious and pupils study a wide range of subjects. However, there are variations in the way that some teachers deliver these plans. Some teachers do not check closely enough how well pupils have learned and remembered the curriculum. As a result, some pupils have gaps in their knowledge and skills. Leaders expect pupils to behave well and work hard. Most do. Pupils are polite and well mannered. Classrooms are calm and pupils move around school in a sensible and composed manner. Staff deal effectively with any bullying incidents that may occur. Pupils know that there is always someone to help if they have worries or concerns. Pupils are keen to take on the leadership roles on offer. These include junior leadership roles in Year 9 and the opportunity to be a prefect in Year 11.