The school provides Early Years Foundation Stage, primary, secondary and sixth form provision for pupils with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties. Some pupils have complex learning difficulties. All pupils have a statement of special educational needs. Many more pupils join the school other than at the usual times. The school draws pupils from a wide area of Hull and East Yorkshire. The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for free school meals is above average. Almost all pupils are of White British heritage, with 8.9% from diverse cultural backgrounds. The school is currently located on two sites: the secondary school and sixth form centre is co-located with the Sirius Academy and the primary provision is located about a mile away on the school’s previous site. The school holds many awards including Healthy Schools status and the Eco Green Flag award. The school became a regional special educational needs leadership and innovation centre in 2011.