In a short space of time, leaders and trustees have successfully created a distinctive and vibrant school. Pupils are being well prepared to succeed academically and to become responsible citizens. High expectations of all pupils and a clear set of values, known as ‘our traits’, are the foundations of the school. Pupils understand and live up to these values. They enjoy their learning and are appreciative of the help they receive from staff, who know them well. The school is calm and orderly. Pupils feel safe in school, and there is a culture of respect. Staff have very high expectations of behaviour. The ‘roll call’ system provides an opportunity for staff to reinforce expectations throughout the day. Relationships between staff and pupils are warm. They interact well at break and lunchtimes. Pupils appreciate the work that teachers do to recognise their individual successes and to support them when needed. Achievements are celebrated through the house system and the use of the ‘behaviour mastery cards’. Bullying is rare, and derogatory language is not accepted. Any incidents are responded to swiftly and effectively.