Pupils are happy at this school. They arrive at school with enthusiasm for the day ahead. Each pupil is known well as an individual and staff strive to meet and support pupils’ specific needs. Pupils benefit from consistent routines and therapeutic input. They enjoy caring relationships with staff. This helps pupils to feel safe. The school has high expectations for pupils, who all have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Many pupils make good progress towards their personal targets. Typically, pupils are well prepared for the next stage of education. In the main, the atmosphere around school and in lessons is calm and purposeful. Staff help pupils well to develop strategies to regulate their own behaviour. As a result, most pupils behave well. The school’s offer for pupils’ personal development is exceptional. It provides a highly personalised offer that reflects pupils’ needs. Pupils benefit from a broad range of experiences outside the classroom. They enjoy the many trips and experiences that they do not necessarily access elsewhere in life. For instance, visits to the fire station, local residential home and organised group activities. All of this develops their abilities to cope with unfamiliar situations and life beyond the school.