Pupils are happy and well cared for at Longridge School. Staff work closely with individual pupils and take time to understand their special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils have positive and trusting relationships with staff and know that everyone wants the best for them. Pupils are generally calm and well behaved. Staff use behaviour support plans effectively to help manage pupils’ individual needs. This helps staff spot when pupils need additional time to regulate their emotions. Pupils enjoy sitting and talking with staff at social times. Pupils study a well-balanced curriculum. Those who are still at the early stages of learning to read are given the right support to help them learn their phonics and read with greater fluency. Pupils enjoy their learning in many other areas, particularly food technology. Many pupils enjoy the additional opportunities the school provides. This includes celebrating different events such as Burns Night, internet safety day and Shrove Tuesday. The school is rightly proud of the money that pupils have raised for different charities. Parents and carers are extremely positive about the school. As one parent commented, ‘We really value the school’s approach and the support and care they give. They definitely go beyond our expectations.’