Pupils enjoy coming to this school and they feel safe. They greet the staff with happy faces and this is reciprocated. They like the lessons and the many activities that the school provides. For example, pupils love the big trampoline in the outside area, trips to equine therapy and regular swimming lessons at a local pool. Staff know the needs of the pupils very well. They observe pupils closely to check that they are happy and feeling calm and that they are ready to learn. Unkind behaviour between pupils does not happen very often. If there are ever any problems with friendships, staff spot this very quickly and sort it out. The school expects pupils to do their best in lessons and to behave well. Pupils try hard in class but do not achieve as well as they could because leaders are still in the process of putting a well-organised curriculum in place. Pupils treat each other and the adults in a respectful way. Sometimes pupils need extra help to be calm and regulated. When this happens staff provide appropriate support in a respectful and professional way so that pupils can get back to their learning as soon as possible. Pupils are well cared for and make strong progress in their personal development and social skills.