This is a school in turmoil. Too many pupils are unhappy and not safe. Their behaviour too often is unruly. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), frequently wander around or choose not to join in with lessons. Pupils talk over each other and do not listen well to adults. This disrupts their learning and sometimes puts them in dangerous situations. Most staff are dedicated and care deeply about pupils. However, there is a lack of support or consistency from some senior leaders in managing pupils’ behaviour. This has left staff feeling frustrated and isolated. Morale in the school is low. The volatile nature of the school means staff are exhausted and pupils are not kept safe. Pupils say that there is some bullying. However, staff are not always aware of this. Therefore, there are times when adults fail to identify episodes of bullying or intervene in a timely manner. The quality of education is inadequate. Pupils’ knowledge and understanding are far behind where they should be, including in English and mathematics. The curriculum is poorly planned. Pupils, including those with SEND, often struggle to gain the knowledge they need to be successful. Teachers’ expectations are low. Consequently, pupils are not well prepared for the next stage in their education. This includes children in the early years foundation stage (EYFS), who do not get off to the strong start that they need.