The school provides an aspirational environment in which autism is celebrated. The safe and nurturing atmosphere is created on the principles that all pupils can and will achieve – and they do. Pupils thrive here. They demonstrate immense happiness and joy when participating in the stimulating learning experiences provided. Pupils benefit from a rich and broad education that is skilfully tailored to their individual needs. Pupils’ behaviour is excellent. Staff use clear and precise language to communicate their high expectations. Pupils understand and respond to instructions well. Staff and pupils are highly respectful towards each other. Pupils’ personal development and communication sit at the centre of the curriculum. This forms the foundations of life in the school. Staff expertly use various methods to positively engage pupils in their personalised curriculum. Pupils are given well-planned opportunities to understand what they need to learn. Pupils learn to use a range of strategies to communicate their wants and make choices. Pupils learn to build high levels of independence. They are appropriately challenged and successfully prepared for the next stages of education. Students in the sixth form are very well supported to achieve ambitious end points. All move on to appropriate further education courses.