Broadmeadow School educates pupils with a range of learning difficulties, including severe learning difficulties, those on the autistic spectrum disorder, physical and mobility problems, sensory impairments and communication difficulties. All pupils have a statement of special educational needs or are in the process of undergoing formal assessment. The proportion of pupils who are from minority ethnic communities and who are believed to speak English as an additional language is higher than average. The school provides a specialist outreach service that supports the integration of children with severe learning difficulties into a mainstream nursery setting. The proportion of pupils supported by the pupil premium is above that found in most schools. This is additional government funding provided to give extra support to those pupils known to be eligible for free school meals and to children who are looked after.