Pupils are eager to attend this much-loved school. Staff are very caring and supportive. Parents and carers appreciate the help staff give them and their children. One parent reflected the views of others when they stated, ‘This is an amazing school, so full of love, passion, care and dedication from the whole staff team.’ Pupils say that they feel safe and are happy at the school. Leaders are passionate about preparing pupils for their next steps. Relationships between staff and pupils are very positive. Staff and parents describe a family atmosphere in the school. Pupils and staff enjoy completing activities together. Staff know the pupils well. They ensure that they understand and meet the pupils’ complex needs. Staff support pupils to communicate their needs in a variety of ways. They understand that some pupils may exhibit a range of behaviours associated with their additional needs. Staff respond well to occasions when pupils behave in ways that are not typical for them. Staff know the causes of distress for each pupil so they can intervene early to help pupils remain calm. Pupils are certain that if bullying were to happen, staff would deal with it quickly and effectively.