Churchill Park is a lively and happy community. Staff go to great lengths to get to know their pupils well. Relationships across the school are positive and purposeful. New pupils are helped to settle in quickly. Supporting pupils to communicate their thoughts and feelings is an important aspect of day-to-day life. Pupils learn how to do this in different ways, including using pictures, signs, sounds and specially designed electronic devices. They trust school staff because pupils are confident that staff want the best for them. Children in the early years, pupils and students know that there is always a smile and a friendly face to turn to if something does not feel right. Pupils are taught how to keep safe in different situations and the importance of being kind. They know that staff will step in if anyone is unkind. Activities such as cooking, growing vegetables, playing dodgeball, swimming, archery and canoeing receive a popular ‘thumbs-up’. Some pupils take on responsibilities such as making bus arrival announcements at the end of the day. The strong focus on communication and personal development helps to prepare pupils well for their next steps in education and adult life. However, a few pupils do not attend school as often as they should.