Pupils appreciate being part of this small school. Staff know pupils well and make sure that they are well cared for. Pupils reflect positively on this care and feel safe. They value the after-school activities that provide them with a range of experiences. The trips on offer, including the annual beach trip, encourage pupils to experience the world outside their local community and to try new things. In many subjects, pupils access an ambitious and well-planned curriculum. When this is the case, pupils make positive progress. However, in some subjects, pupils do not achieve as well as they could. Pupils benefit from a range of physical adaptations that support them to focus their attention. They make good use of these strategies to maintain their concentration and engage with their learning. They are proud of their work and want to share their achievements. Adaptations to help pupils access the curriculum are less well thought out. This can make learning more difficult for some pupils. Pupils recognise that they are all different and have diverse needs. Staff’s detailed knowledge of pupils means they can predict challenges and offer appropriate support when pupils face difficulties. This ensures that pupils can manage their emotions and improve their behaviour.