These are very special times at Cherry Trees School. The last few years have seen massive improvements. At the heart of these improvements are care, kindness and a determination that all pupils will get the most from their time at school. Pupils are happier, more confident, and are making greater progress than ever before. Pupils have many varying special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including autistic spectrum conditions, sensory processing needs or speech, language, and communication needs. Whatever the need, the school is tenacious in ensuring that they get the right help quickly to overcome any barriers to learning these needs might create. Relationships between staff and pupils are caring and supportive. All pupils are welcome and valued, regardless of their needs or starting points. Pupils told inspectors that ‘just because you are different does not mean you should be treated differently’. This caring and supportive ethos runs through this small school with a huge heart. This contributes to behaviour that is positive in lessons and at other times. Not a moment is wasted. Clubs such as cooking, movies and board games help to develop hobbies and interests. Museum, cinema, and London trips develop pupils’ understanding of the world around them.