Staff know their pupils and local community well. Pupils know that adults care about them. As a result, the vast majority of pupils feel safe at school and know that they have an adult to speak to if they have any concerns. Most pupils do not think that bullying is a problem at their school, but if it does occur, they are confident that it is dealt with effectively by leaders. Many pupils know what leaders’ expectations are of how to behave appropriately at school during lessons and at social times. However, behaviour that is below leaders’ expectations is not yet addressed consistently and effectively across the school. This means that some learning is disrupted in lessons and there are too many instances of inappropriate behaviour during social times. While there is a clear ambition for many subjects, in too many cases the teaching of the curriculum day-to-day does not yet meet leaders’ expectations. There are a range of opportunities for pupils to develop independence and leadership skills, including being part of an on-site restaurant called ‘Le Hatch’. There are further specific opportunities woven through the curriculum to provide enriching experiences to all pupils. This includes the recent addition of a ‘character education’ programme and ‘ethics’ lessons for pupils in key stage 3.