Pupils join this school from Year 5 to access the school’s auditory-oral approach for deaf pupils. Prior to their arrival, pupils experience varied levels of success in education. During their time at this school, pupils gain the confidence and communication skills needed to thrive in education and the wider world. Throughout the school pupils, including students in the sixth form flourish at school and learn the curriculum exceptionally well. They work with immense determination to achieve their very high aspirations. In lessons, pupils ask interesting questions. They delight in thoroughly investigating what they are studying. Pupils are rightly proud of their impressive educational and personal accomplishments. They celebrate the achievements of their peers. Pupils show great care for others within the school’s well-established, positive ethos. With the support of the school’s personal development programme, pupils develop excellent social skills. For example, pupils take part in the ‘smile’ programme to understand empathy and learn how to deal positively with situations that may cause them anxiety. During discussions, pupils listen carefully and show sensitivity towards others’ needs. Positive relationships ensure pupils get along well together and enjoy each other’s company. On the rare occasions when friends fall out, they are well-equipped to find positive solutions to their disagreements.