Pupils enjoy their time at Oak Hill School. The school supports their personal and educational needs to great effect. Pupils achieve well and value the excellent relationships that they have with their teachers. These are built on trust and mutual respect. Pupils said that their teachers understand them, and this makes them feel safe. Leaders and staff believe that every pupil can achieve, whatever their learning needs or past educational experience. Pupils develop practical life skills, such as cooking. They practise their communication to boost social interaction. Pupils aged 14 to 16 years achieve qualifications that showcase their mastery of basic skills. Pupils’ behaviour is positive. This is a direct result of the effective support they receive from staff to help them overcome difficulties related to their needs. As a result, pupils’ behaviour improves. Bullying is not tolerated. Pupils are confident that the school takes effective steps to resolve incidents when they occur. Parents and carers acknowledge the positive difference the school is making to their children’s attitudes, including towards learning. They appreciate the weekly communication from the school about their child’s progress and welfare.