Brixham Church of England Primary is a welcoming school. Staff know pupils as individuals. Parents appreciate the family feel and the care that staff show to their children. Leaders have high expectations for what pupils can achieve. They ensure that pupils are well prepared for their next steps in life. Pupils demonstrate calm and respectful behaviour throughout the school day. They are keen to talk to visitors and are proud of their school. At playtimes, pupils are active and engage in a range of activities. Many of these involve pupils of different ages. Pupils share, take turns and show competitive spirit. Children in the early years learn successfully, both through play and exploration. Pupils enjoy the trips and visits that are available to them, such as to a local zoo and museums. Pupils in Year 5 recently experienced a French lesson at a local secondary school. This allowed them to experience learning a language at the next level. Pupils also benefit from opportunities to develop leadership, such as through membership of the ethos group, as prefects, librarians, or by acting as ‘healthy helpers’ at lunchtime.