There is no denying that pupils are happy at this school. Pupils rise to the high expectations set out for their behaviour. However, shortcomings in the quality of teaching mean that pupils could achieve more academically. Kind, cheerful behaviour is the norm. Pupils behave this way due to the care they receive from staff. Pupils benefit greatly from staff teaching them how to take turns in games and conversations. It shows in pupils being inquisitive and polite towards one another, staff and visitors to the school. Pupils learn to understand democracy through their frequent discussions. Recently, pupils made requests about the books they want in the class library or what changes they would like to the school uniform. Ultimately, this creates an environment where pupils are safe, knowing that staff listen to them and take action. Through weekly food technology lessons, pupils develop into keen cooks and adventurous, healthy eaters. They relish opportunities to visit local restaurants. Perhaps unsurprisingly, a dessert parlour proves most popular. Trips like these give pupils a chance to practise life skills under the watchful eye of school staff. For example, pupils learn how to travel safely and how to talk appropriately to unfamiliar people.