Pupils describe this school as a ‘friendly and kind place’. Typically, a pupil commented, ‘We have kind and lovely friends to play with and lots of amazing teachers.’ Staff put pupils first in all that they do. They live the school’s values of ‘friendship, respect, responsibility, courage, trust and forgiveness’. Leaders ensure that pupils enjoy their time at school. Staff have high expectations of behaviour. Pupils are generally calm and focused. Lessons are rarely disrupted. Pupils say that they feel safe. They say that there is no bullying. Staff sort out occasional unkindness and disagreements. However, leaders’ expectations of what pupils can learn are not high enough in all curriculum areas. Staff provide opportunities that nurture pupils’ personal development. They develop pupils’ strength of character and confidence. Pupils gain from opportunities to mature spiritually, morally and socially. They delighted in the Christingle collective worship. They cherish links with the local church community. Pupils are active in their charity fundraising to support a South Sudan village. Parents and carers value the school. Typically, a parent commented, ‘Leaders greet children at the gate with a smile every morning. They are well looked after. They come home full of excitement about what they have learned.’