The school is smaller than the average-sized primary school. Children join the Reception class from 12 different nursery settings. Pupils travel to school from a diverse and wide catchment area. Two thirds are from minority ethnic backgrounds, the main group being of Indian origin. Most speak English as an additional language and nearly all of those from Eastern European countries are at the very early stages of learning English. The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs is broadly average. The proportion who are supported at ‘school action plus’ or have a statement of special educational needs is also broadly average. The number known to be eligible for free school meals is above average. The school meets the government’s current floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils’ attainment and progress. There was significant mobility of pupils in 2010 and 2011 but this has reduced now the school is nearing its capacity in most classes. The headteacher and deputy headteacher are supporting a nearby Catholic primary school in an executive capacity. The school has National Healthy School Status and the International School Award. The breakfast club each morning is from 7.30 until school begins.