At Riverbank School, every moment matters. Staff have a kindness and quiet determination that underpins their commitment to every pupil. They work hard to ensure that each lesson enriches pupils’ lives. Pupils embrace this belief that staff have in them and these opportunities to thrive. Partnerships with families, education, health and social care services lie at this special provision’s heart. Additional needs are quickly identified, and special educational needs and/or disability (SEND) are clearly understood. Provision is successful in helping pupils overcome barriers caused by these needs. Leaders and staff aim to ensure that each child believes in themselves and their ability to make their own choices. Consequently, behaviour in lessons, during breaktimes and at lunchtime is positive as pupils feel safe and valued. Pupils have varying understandings of bullying, but they all agree that staff would act to help them if they thought they were at risk. Leaders investigate all reports of perceived bullying and act when required. Pupils thrive from the opportunities to develop their own interests and hobbies. Forest school, fishing trips, theatre visits and public dance and music performances at the cathedral or train station enrich pupils’ experiences. Not a moment is wasted, and every effort is made to prepare pupils for the best lives possible.