Pupils value the education that they receive at St John Fisher Catholic Academy. Leaders have high expectations of what pupils can achieve. They have designed a curriculum which achieves the school’s mission, ‘educating for life’. Pupils leave the school well equipped for their next step in education, employment or training. Pupils behave considerately and maturely. They wear their uniforms with pride. Their achievements are celebrated in rewards assemblies. However, a minority of pupils think that leaders do not celebrate positive behaviour as much as they could. Leaders respond when pupils raise concerns. For example, leaders have improved indoor and outside areas of the school where some pupils felt uncomfortable in the past. This has helped pupils to feel safe in school. Pupils appreciate the support of pastoral staff. When pupils report bullying, staff tackle it directly. A rich set of extra-curricular opportunities are available for pupils. Sixth-form students lead by example. Members of the school congress are proud of their leadership responsibilities. Sixth-form students willingly support lower school pupils. For example, some read with younger pupils while others help out at the ‘space club’.