This is a small village school with a strong family ethos. Christian values of community, respect, dignity and tolerance shape all aspects of school life. Pupils treat each other with respect and kindness. Pupils feel safe and valued. Parents and carers hold the school in high regard. They say that new leaders have introduced many positive changes. Pupils concentrate well in lessons. They take pride in their work and enjoy learning. Behaviour is good. Bullying is exceptionally rare. Pupils are confident that, should bullying occur, staff would deal with it quickly. Inspection evidence supports this. Leaders have improved the teaching of early reading. However, there remains some inconsistencies in how phonics is taught. Pupils enjoy a broad curriculum, especially their learning in computing and art and design. In some subjects, leaders have not identified the key knowledge that pupils need to remember to help them build on what they already know. This can slow their progress. Pupils are proud of the work they do to raise money for different charities. They say that, ‘Everyone puts in a lot of effort - especially with the village bonfire night.’ These activities foster a sense of responsibility and belonging.