Pupils enjoy their time in this welcoming and inclusive school. They quickly build positive, supportive relationships with adults and peers. Staff use their detailed knowledge of pupils to help them to develop both academically and socially. This enables pupils to reach the school’s high expectations. Staff’s effective support for new pupils means that they settle into life at Allerthorpe swiftly. As a result, pupils grow in confidence and become positive members of the school’s community. Pupils make a significant contribution to the school. Their views are valued and listened to. For example, pupils’ opinions have influenced the school’s uniform policy. The school provides pupils with a wealth of opportunities beyond the curriculum. These include listening to visiting speakers, developing personal interests and going on educational visits. Many of these experiences support pupils’ wider development and preparation for adulthood. For example, pupils develop their confidence in speaking to adults in professional settings. Some pupils use these opportunities to gain additional industry-linked qualifications. Parents and carers value the school. Parents of many pupils shared their children’s positive experiences with inspectors, commenting on the impact that the school has had. Parents, pupils and staff feel listened to by the school. They work together to secure strong outcomes for pupils.