Pupils are happy to attend this well-run school. They like the organised routines and the friendly, welcoming staff who greet them warmly each day. What makes the school exceptional is the way that all staff work together to ensure pupils get the right support at the right time. This means that pupils achieve well in the subjects they learn, even though many have previously found engaging in education a challenge. The school expects pupils to behave well and to do their best in lessons. Pupils understand the expectations that the school has of their behaviour. They like the positive reward system in place and take pride in their work. If pupils need extra help to manage their emotions, this is done calmly and quickly so they can get back on with their learning. The school has a strong pastoral system in place to make sure that pupils’ personal and social development has the highest priority. Pupils learn important life skills such as how to get on with other people, listen to the point of view of others and resolve any disagreements in an appropriate way. This supports pupils in becoming resilient and gaining the independence skills that they will need for their future life.