Pupils receive first-class education and care at this exceptional school. They are delighted to see the welcoming faces of staff who greet them at the door each morning. Pupils enjoy the school garden as they can grow vegetables and flowers there. They appreciate their friendships with other pupils. If pupils have any worries, they know they can speak to their teacher or one of the school’s therapy team. Staff have high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour. They work with pupils to develop their independence. This means that pupils are well-prepared for adulthood. Staff manage pupils’ behaviour calmly. They use strategies that help pupils to regulate their behaviour. Pupils learn the importance of personal space and being kind to one another. Parents and carers are effusive in their praise of the school’s work. They particularly appreciate the way the curriculum is expertly matched to each child’s needs. Staff develop warm and caring professional relationships with pupils and their families. They are deeply committed to each pupil’s growth and well-being. The school keeps parents well informed of their children’s progress through ‘touch base’ meetings during the year.