Pupils feel secure and well supported at Brearley Hall School. Many pupils have faced interruptions to their learning previously. Some have been absent from education for extended periods. The school enables pupils to move on from these challenges. On arrival, they adapt quickly and establish friendships. The constructive, caring guidance that staff provide helps pupils to feel happy and settled. This enables pupils to reconnect with their learning. Pupils understand that staff expect them to apply themselves and to do well. They generally respond positively to these expectations. In class, pupils engage with their learning. For instance, they volunteer responses and to read aloud. When unsure, they ask questions to secure their understanding. Pupils gain suitable qualifications that prepare them well for their next steps. This includes at GCSE level, where appropriate, across a variety of subjects. Pupils typically conduct themselves sensibly in school. They are supported to regulate their feelings. As a result, they make appropriate decisions about their behaviour. Parents and carers are positive about the school. Some report that it has made a significant difference to their children’s lives. This is because pupils form trusting relationships and are supported to succeed in a nurturing environment.