Pupils at The Stable School feel listened to and well cared for. When they are having a difficult day, staff skilfully support them to make positive choices and reflect on their actions. As a result, pupils feel safe and want to learn. They value the warm and respectful relationships they have with trusted adults at the school. The curriculum has undergone significant change in the last year. There are now higher expectations for what pupils can achieve. Mostly, pupils learn core subjects from specialist teachers. In key stages 3 and 4, pupils also learn a broad range of other subjects, such as carpentry, digital technology and media studies. Pupils particularly enjoy philosophy and ethics, which teaches them about different viewpoints and provides opportunities for them to respectfully discuss their own views about important issues. The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, listening carefully to what pupils want to do. Pupils love their weekly opportunities to take part in outdoor activities, such as paddleboarding, horse riding, surfing, cycling and hill-climbing. In addition, weekly swimming lessons and the Duke of Edinburgh Award are both part of the main curriculum. These activities help pupils to build confidence and resilience, as well as learn new skills and contribute to the wider community.