St Cuthbert’s motto is ‘once a part of St Cuthbert’s, always a part of St Cuthbert’s’. This creates a sense of belonging in a school where pupils know that staff care for them. Pupils are proud to attend the school. They play a central role in the welcoming culture. Pupils are keen to interact with each other and visitors. They enjoy attending this caring school and feel safe. The school welcomes hearing from pupils who have left the school some time ago. It is proud to celebrate their achievements. Pupils of all ages know that they are part of the St Cuthbert’s ‘family’. Pupils meet the school’s high expectations. They are quick to settle into learning. They relish the opportunity to contribute to class discussions. Pupils achieve well in end-of-keystage examinations. Staff are committed to nurturing pupils’ self-belief. Pupils are keen to share their ambitious aspirations for the future. Pupils love to take part in a wide array of trips and visits. Pupils in Year 2 learn about rural life in their visit to a local farm. Children in the early years enjoy their visit to a local post office. These visits help pupils to gain a broad understanding of the world.