This calm and peaceful school is located in an idyllic setting. Staff know and understand pupils well. Staff help pupils, who have previously missed a lot of education, to settle quickly into school routines. Pupils enjoy coming to school and show a love for learning. Leaders and staff are ambitious for pupils and want them to experience success. Pupils learn well in English, mathematics and science. This is because teachers know what to teach and when to teach it. They make sure that key learning is repeated so that pupils understand and remember more. In a few less developed areas of the curriculum, pupils do not learn as much as they could. Leaders prioritise reading. Reluctant and early readers are supported well by skilled teachers. Pupils apply their phonics skills well and develop a love of reading. Opportunities beyond the curriculum help pupils develop their social and life skills. They immerse themselves in outdoor learning and animal care at the school’s woodland provision. These valuable experiences enrich their learning experiences. The high expectations and consistent approach of staff mean that pupils behave well. Pupils feel safe at school. Bullying is uncommon and staff deal effectively with any of which they are made aware.