Pupils flourish at St Thomas More Catholic First School. The school is at the centre of the community, and it is an inclusive and welcoming place. Pupils are proud to attend the school. They report that ‘everyone gets along and looks out for each other in our school’. The school has high expectations for pupils’ behaviour. Pupils are polite and well mannered. They show high levels of respect for one another. Pupils understand the school rules and follow them well. They listen carefully and are eager to learn. There is a calm and purposeful environment in classrooms and around the school. The personal development offer in the school is of an exceptionally high quality. Pupils, as well as parents and carers, value the wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities on offer. These enhance pupils’ strengths, talents and well-being. They are accessible for all pupils and participation is high. The curriculum is successfully designed to enrich pupils’ lives and develop their character. Pupils learn how to stay safe online and in the wider community. Relationships are positive between adults and pupils. Pupils say that adults listen to them and support them with any worries. The school has an accurate understanding of pupils’ individual needs. Pastoral support for pupils is strong.