Pupils benefit from the positive and strong relationships they have with staff. Most pupils are positive about attending the school because they know that they are looked after and are kept safe. The school understands pupils’ individual needs well. It is very aware of the difficulties pupils experience. It offers a personalised nurturing approach to help pupils understand themselves. Pupils are supported to regulate their emotions. This proactive approach helps pupils to manage their anxieties. As a result, the number of incidents when pupils express their frustrations through outbursts are reducing. Most of the time, pupils learn in a structured and calm environment. A good majority of pupils show respect to their peers and adults. Most pupils say that bullying is dealt with promptly when it happens. The school has high aspirations for all pupils to fulfil their personal potential. The ambition of the school’s curriculum encourages pupils to work hard towards recognised qualifications. Pupils who struggle with the formal curriculum are supported well on the newly established ‘Restore’ curriculum pathway. Pupils gain from a range of experiences and activities that provide opportunities for personal development. Pupils particularly appreciate the options available to them to develop their talents and interests.