Pupils achieve well in this happy, busy and friendly school. The school sets high expectations for all pupils’ achievement and behaviour, regardless of ability or background. Pupils rise to these high expectations. They greet visitors politely and talk about their school with pride. They understand why the school’s values are important and talk sensibly about their meaning. Pupils want to do well and they work hard. They usually behave well, move around the school in a sensible manner and treat adults and each other with respect. Those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from high-quality support and learn well. The school makes an exceptionally strong contribution to pupils’ personal development and well-being. The school makes full use of its proximity to the beach to enrich and enliven learning, with a wide range of activities and experiences built into the curriculum. Pupils enjoy opportunities to take on a wide range of responsibilities, such as house captain, play leader and school councillor. The school makes sure that all pupils can join in with clubs and activities and participation rates are high. The school gives pupils’ mental health a strong priority. Pupils know who to speak to if they are worried about something.