Pupils at Shelldene House School receive a fresh start to their education. They join after facing difficulties in their previous schools. The safe and happy environment helps pupils re-engage with learning. Most pupils attend and behave better than at their previous schools. Pupils praise how they are challenged and supported. They know that the caring and well-trained staff will not blame them if they struggle. However, pupils also understand the high expectations from leaders and staff. This balance of approach helps them thrive and contributes towards pupils achieving well. Behaviour is calm. In lessons, pupils concentrate well, benefiting from the individual focus they receive. They treat each other and adults with respect. Pupils say there is little bullying. They learn to take responsibility for their part in any disagreements. Pupils enjoy an extensive range of opportunities for personal development. They go on ‘Iron Man’ trips to Scotland. Staff take pupils paddleboarding on the local Fenland Waterways. Pupils share their woodwork and gardening with considerable pride. Activities and achievements such as these build pupils’ characters. Pupils learn the skills they need to be successful as they move onto the next stages of their life as adults.