Most Batchwood pupils settle in quickly when they join. Those who find it more difficult to cope with changes are supported well to gain confidence over time. Pupils form positive working relationships with school staff. They know their teachers want the best for them. Consequently, they are typically respectful and responsive to the high expectations promoted across all aspects of school life. On occasions, when a few pupils’ behaviour falls short of expectations, they are helped to improve, including those who do not attend school as often as they should. Pupils enjoy learning in a wide range of subjects, including outdoors in ‘bushcraft’. They often speak about art, design and technology, physical education and music as their ‘favourites’. The importance of keeping safe, maintaining healthy lifestyles and having respectful relationships are regularly reinforced in different situations. Pupils feel safe in school. They know that bullying and any other type of abuse will not be tolerated. They are clear about whom to speak to if they are worried and trusting of staff to sort things out. Most pupils raise their aspirations for the future from their different starting points. They are well prepared to take their next steps in education, employment and/or training when they leave school.