At Crookhey Hall School, the school motto of ‘preparing pupils for life in modern Britain’ shines through in the experiences that pupils have. Pupils learn to engage with education while learning about themselves and the wider world. Pupils enjoy attending school and feel valued by staff. Trusting relationships exist between staff and pupils. This helps pupils to feel safe and secure. The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement. Pupils try hard to live up to these expectations. They appreciate the time that staff take to recognise their achievements, both academically and in their personal development. Many pupils who attend the school have had previous negative experiences of education. The school supports pupils’ emotional development effectively. Pupils develop confidence and resilience as staff provide the support that they need while recognising when to promote independence. Consequently, pupils’ behaviour improves the longer they attend the school. Pupils learn to recognise and manage their emotions. Staff swiftly intervene when pupils require additional support to resolve conflict. Pupils learn about how their choices impact others. This prepares them well for their next steps.