Most pupils join this school when they have struggled to settle at a mainstream setting. Some join after a period of not attending any school. Pupils enjoy coming here and become keen to learn. They like the small size of the school and all the help that they receive from their teachers. Pupils form strong working relationships with staff. They are happy to talk to staff if they have concerns. Pupils are kept safe in school. Leaders have high expectations for what pupils can achieve, both now and in the future. For example, leaders plan for pupils to achieve the qualifications that they need to progress to college or the world of work. However, in some subjects, leaders have not thought carefully about what pupils need to know and remember and the order that they need to learn this subject content in. Leaders are clear about their expectations for behaviour. Pupils know the rules and they follow them. If pupils struggle to manage their behaviour and emotions, staff respond sensitively. They support pupils to get back on track. Pupils are given plenty of opportunities to exercise and play sports between lessons. They spoke about how this helps them to manage their behaviour and supports their physical and mental health. Pupils said that bullying is rare at this school. Pupils trust staff to resolve any such issues that do arise swiftly.