In referring to the work of the school’s leaders, one pupil captured the feelings of many, and of staff, when they wrote: ‘Thank you for making my school a better place for everyone.’ The school insists that pupils learn in a calm and orderly environment. The school’s curriculum is inclusive and ambitious for all. Pupils know that staff care about them and their futures. They are well supported in realising their next steps in education, employment or training. Most pupils achieve well, particularly by the end of key stage 4. Relationships are typically positive between pupils and with staff. Most pupils display positive attitudes towards their learning. Most pupils are happy. They applaud positive achievement and value the ‘praising stars’ programme. Classrooms are purposeful. Expectations at Hasland Hall are high and uncompromising. Most pupils respond well to these. Some pupils struggle to behave as well as they should. These pupils are well supported in improving their conduct using facilities such as ‘the bridge’ and the ‘personal learning centre’. Even so, occasions of pupils being removed from lessons or being suspended from school are high. Pupils’ moral and cultural development is well promoted. They explore different cultures, including Asian and Afro-Caribbean. Pupils helped to design a memorial commemorating Armistice, for the school and the local community.