Pupils have mixed views about school. While they say they feel safe at school, leaders have not ensured that this is the case. Leaders are not fulfilling all their statutory safeguarding duties. They are not following their risk assessment policy and procedures. Behaviour improved over the course of last academic year. However, some pupils still struggle to manage their emotions. When this happens, pupils can behave badly and become violent. Staff do not de-escalate these situations effectively. Pupils typically have positive relationships with staff. They say that staff are there to talk to should they need to share a concern. Pupils appreciate the effort staff make to take them on trips to places like Maldon Splash Park and to swimming classes. The curriculum helps pupils to develop their communication, literacy and numeracy skills. There are opportunities for social development, such as cooking together. Pupils have access to independent and impartial careers advice. Currently, they do not have the opportunity to undertake work experience.