“Pupils are happy and safe. They behave well in lessons, so learn without disruption. Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ attitudes to learning. Pupils live up to these expectations and appreciate their teachers’ subject expertise. Most parents feel that their child is happy and does well at the school … Pupils value extracurricular activities and trips. They are enthusiastic about clubs, such as cooking and opportunities in performing and creative arts. Older pupils enjoy helping younger pupils … Governors, leaders and staff share a vision for pupils to gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in life. Accordingly, leaders have designed a broad and ambitious curriculum. The Key Stage 3 curriculum prepares pupils well to study the English Baccalaureate, with increasing numbers of pupils studying a modern foreign language. Sixth-form subject options are relevant to local and regional priorities.”