Pupils enthusiastically join in with every aspect of school life. They enjoy attending and say that they feel safe. Staff are caring and supportive. Parents and carers appreciate the expert help staff give to their children. One parent reflected the views of others when they stated: ‘The school has a calm and friendly environment which is fantastic for all the children. The staff know the pupils really well.’ There are high ambitions for all pupils. They are supported to understand each other’s feelings and to engage with others in a positive way. The ethos of ‘be safe, be ready, be kind’ threads throughout all aspects of the school. Staff support pupils to communicate their needs in a variety of ways. They know the causes of distress for each pupil, so they can intervene early to help pupils remain calm. Pupils are polite and respectful around the school. They look after each other and play well together. Staff are passionate for pupils to play an active part in their community. The joint working with local employers is exceptional. Pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties are fully included in the school community through carefully structured experiences which encourage communication and interaction. The preparation for adulthood curriculum ensures that pupils are ready for their next stage of learning and for adult life.