This is a small, nurturing school with big ambitions. There is a strong sense of belonging, shared by pupils and staff. Parents and carers are made to feel welcome in school. They appreciate regular opportunities to attend events such as phonics workshops and ‘learning together’ sessions. The school is committed to broadening pupils’ life experiences and to raising their aspirations. The curriculum is enriched by frequent visits and visitors into school. Each pupil has a ‘pupil passport’ to record their experiences. These include outdoor education residential experiences and visits to historical sites. Leaders build pupils’ knowledge of their area alongside a deeper understanding of the wider world. The school has recently improved its curriculum. It has benefited from the expert support of the trust. Pupils achieve well. However, this is not always reflected in published results due to very small year groups. Pupils say they feel happy and safe in school. Staff create a calm and purposeful environment where pupils can learn without distraction. Pupils have opportunities to reflect on their actions and learn from any mistakes that they may have made. The school provides a varied offer of extra-curricular clubs, such as archery and craft. Pupils enjoy many special roles and responsibilities, for example, they can serve as librarians and house captains. This develops their leadership skills and self-confidence.