Pupils work hard, behave sensibly and achieve well. They greet visitors cheerily and introduce themselves politely. Pupils know that adults have high expectations of everyone. One said that they are encouraged to be ‘the best version of themselves’. Pupils are ambitious for the future. Those in Year 11, for instance, are looking forward to moving on to the next stage of education or employment. They say that they will miss Samuel Cody School. One pupil said: ‘This school will always hold a special place in my heart and mind.’ Some of the older pupils were sitting national examinations at the time of the inspection. They waited for the start of the examination calmly and patiently, with quiet reassurance from their teachers. Staff get to know pupils very well. They know how to help them to be successful, both personally and academically. Pupils feel safe and secure as a result. They say that there is always an adult on hand to listen and to help whenever needed. Pupils told inspectors that staff are very good at dealing with any friendship problems. Leaders act quickly if there are any concerns about bullying.