‘Children and families are at the heart of everything they do’ and ‘this is a tiny school with an enormous heart’ are typical of parents’ views, and show what it is like to be a pupil attending English Bicknor. The school values of trust, compassion, perseverance and respect shine through. Pupils love all the school has to offer and attend regularly. Leaders have high expectations, and as a result pupils achieve well. Staff are superb role models, and relationships within the school are exceptional. Staff expect all pupils to be responsible, respectful and active members of the school, and to contribute positively. Pupils’ behaviour and attitudes are outstanding. From the time they start school in the Reception Year, pupils learn to support and care for each other. Pupils work and play together harmoniously; disagreements are extremely rare. Pupils have a strong voice. This builds their confidence and self-esteem. A wealth of clubs are available to pupils, from music to gardening and sports. These are fully inclusive and well attended. The school offers tremendous pastoral support. Staff go ‘above and beyond’ for pupils and their families. This ensures that pupils feel happy and safe in school and are ready to learn.