Ashbrook Junior School is a happy school where pupils develop a strong sense of belonging. Pupils feel safe and well cared for. Pupils live out the school’s values, which underpin all aspects of the school. One pupil, representative of many, shared that: ‘Staff here are kind – whether I am upset about something or struggling with some work, they will always help me to figure it out.’ Pupils know that staff expect them to do well with their work. Every pupil, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils, has opportunities to develop socially and creatively. Pupils talk about their school with pride. They benefit from a wide range of opportunities. Pupils appreciate being able to take on leadership roles. They like having a voice in what happens at school. They appreciate that leaders always consider their ideas, for example for a new class pet and suggested fundraising. Pupils understand what bullying is. They say it rarely happens, and staff resolve it when it does. They learn to manage their own behaviour by dealing with their own ‘chimp’. As a result, pupils focus consistently well during lessons. They are well mannered and polite and show respect to each other during social times.