Since opening, the school has established a welcoming environment, where pupils feel safe and flourish. Many pupils have had negative experiences of education before joining the school. This changes when pupils settle into Wilden View. Pupils are happy to be in a school that understands and meets their individual needs. They develop positive attitudes towards learning and are interested in their lessons. Pupils take pride in their work and achieve well, rising to the high expectations set by staff. Relationships among pupils and staff are caring and respectful. Staff have high expectations for pupils’ behaviour. Once settled and feeling secure in school, pupils generally meet these expectations. They are polite and friendly to visitors. Pupils are inspired by staff, who model the school values of being caring, ambitious, collaborative, trusted and innovative. Pupils are proud to earn wristbands when they demonstrate these values. Pupils benefit from an outstanding programme for their personal development. This is woven through school life and prepares them exceptionally well for their next steps. Pupils learn to understand their own and others’ needs, emotions and behaviour. They enjoy many trips and events that develop social skills and help them to become increasingly confident and resilient.