Pupils enjoy attending the school. The staff are kind and caring. There are positive and strong relationships between staff and pupils. The pupils know that staff will look after them and keep them safe. Staff understand pupils’ individual needs well. They are very aware of the difficulties pupils experience. They offer a nurturing approach to help pupils understand themselves. Staff provide ‘sensory spaces’ and time for pupils to regulate their emotions. This proactive approach helps pupils to manage their anxieties. As a result, few pupils resort to expressing their frustrations through outbursts. Pupils benefit from learning in a structured and calm environment that is rarely disrupted. The school has high aspirations for all pupils to fulfil their personal potential. As one comment, typical of those made by parents and carers, explains: ‘My child has grown so much in the time they have been at this school. Staff support and nurture their needs so that they are happy and thriving.’ The ‘PRIDE’ values help pupils respect the differences and similarities found in society. Pupils develop confidence and independence through well planned and varied activities. The school’s outdoor environment gives pupils many opportunities to play and explore, and to take appropriate risks. Life skills lessons such as cooking prepare pupils well for adulthood.