Pupils at Oakwood school are given the opportunity to thrive. All staff share a moral purpose to help the pupils be the best they can be. This starts as soon as the pupils arrive. Often pupils arrive at the school after experiencing turbulent periods of education. Leaders understand this and ensure that pupils are supported to feel safe and settle quickly, through building strong and nurturing relationships. Leaders are passionate about ensuring that pupils have the knowledge and skills to be successful in life. As soon as the pupils arrive, leaders put in place an ambitious curriculum that meets the needs of the pupils. Learning is adapted to reflect pupils’ gaps but also to build on their strengths. Pupils are taught how to regulate their behaviour and emotions. Well-trained staff know and understand potential triggers and skilfully support pupils to manage difficult situations. There are a wide range of activities that develop pupils’ interests. For example, music is used as a way to support pupils’ communication across the curriculum. Pupils were keen to share their raps that they had written about history and for the Christmas play.