Leaders ensure that Spa School, Bermondsey is a place where pupils are ‘happy, safe, and healthy’. Leaders work closely with parents and carers to plan for their child’s needs. Parents are full of praise for the school and its leadership. One parent expressed the view shared by many ‘Sometimes we struggle but talking to the staff we don’t feel so alone.’ Pupils look forward to coming to school. They cooperate well and are nearly always kind to each other. They are particularly courteous to adults and to visitors. Staff are skilled in using what they know about pupils to provide support when pupils find aspects of life challenging. Pupils trust that adults will help them. They are confident that staff have their best interests in mind. As a result, the school is a calm and purposeful place to learn, where pupils do not have any concerns about bullying or the behaviour of others. Leaders provide a wide range of opportunities for pupils to develop their resilience and character. These include work experience in the school café and residential visits. Pupils also spend regular time in the local community. This ensures that pupils are well prepared for life beyond the school.