Pupils enjoy school. On arrival, they receive a warm welcome from staff and a friendly catch-up with their friends. The happy atmosphere that leaders have created helps pupils to settle into school and feel safe. Pupils engage well with the wide range of clubs on offer and the opportunities to enhance their personal development. Pupils recently learned to work together as cheerleaders and entered a local competition. They enjoy sports, outdoor activities and trips to theatres, cinemas and local cafes to develop their independence and communication skills. Staff nurture and encourage each pupil’s interests and abilities. Staff have high expectations of pupils. For most pupils, these aspirations are realised. However, for children in the early years and pupils at the early stage of learning, leaders have not ensured that staff have the right knowledge to deliver the curriculum well. These pupils do not learn what they should when they should. Pupils trust the adults who care for them. Pupils are confident to talk to adults because they know that adults will listen to any concerns that they raise. Leaders and staff deal with any name-calling or bullying effectively. The student council works with leaders to produce pupil-friendly policies on anti-bullying and being kind to one another.