Pupils are kind and respectful within this welcoming school community. They thrive in a supportive and aspirational environment. The school has high expectations of pupils’ achievements, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning, particularly reading. As a result, they achieve well. Pupils are polite and considerate. The school encourages them to be friendly and responsible through explicit teaching about the school values of ‘ready, respectful and safe’. Pupils demonstrate these qualities through positive attitudes and relationships with other pupils and staff. Pupils feel safe. They feel listened to and know that adults take any concerns seriously. Pupils know how to keep themselves safe in the community and online. They understand how to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy. Pupils also appreciate how the school rewards their achievements and celebrates their success. Pupils value the wide range of opportunities in school. They have benefitted from working with the ‘Young Carers Orchestra’ and local care homes and by raising money for children’s hospitals. Pupils live out the school vision of ‘Be the best you can be’ by eagerly participating in the many experiences on offer.