This is a small school with a big heart that is central to the local community. Staff, pupils and governors fully subscribe to the school’s motto ‘grow and flourish’. Pupils are nurtured throughout their time here. It is a school that everyone is rightly proud of. Most pupils achieve high standards in reading, writing and mathematics. They are well prepared for the next stage in their education. The school has set high expectations for how pupils should behave. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They are consistently polite and respectful. Pupils listen very well in lessons. They show incredibly positive attitudes towards their learning. Pupils are kind and help each other during lessons and social times. During these times, pupils of different ages play happily together, taking turns with different games such as skipping and basketball. They feel very safe and well cared for. Curriculum enrichment is important here. For example, pupils visit museums and places of interest to enhance their learning. The school encourages character traits such as perseverance. Older pupils take part in outdoor activities during an annual residential. Pupils are taught how to stay physically healthy. They take part in sporting competitions such as cross-country and netball tournaments.