Pupils thrive at this outstanding school. From the moment that they join, pupils are caringly welcomed and quickly feel that they belong. All pupils have an education, health and care (EHC) plan. Staff take great care to understand each pupil’s individual needs. These are met through the carefully designed curriculum and highly effective pastoral support. This helps pupils to feel happy, valued, safe and secure. Building positive relationships is central to the work of the school. This work starts from the point of admission. Precise transition processes help pupils to understand the routines of school life from the outset. Many pupils have previously found school difficult but here they rediscover a love of learning and a self-belief. They develop resilience, independence and confidence. This is due to the carefully planned curriculum and determined approach of staff. The school’s ethos of ambition permeates every aspect of school life. As a result, pupils achieve exceptionally well. They gain a broad range of qualifications and are superbly prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils are proud to be ambassadors for their school. They speak warmly about the nurturing approach at St. Edward’s. Pupils enjoy spending time with the chickens, dogs and walking Ruby, the Shetland pony.