‘Couldn’t be happier with the care and teaching provided at Yewstock’ and ‘a wonderful school’ are views shared by many parents. Pupils love coming to this school. It is a place where pupils flourish and excel. Behaviour is outstanding. Relationships between adults and pupils are exceptional. Staff create an atmosphere which is calm and purposeful. They understand each pupils’ unique needs, enabling them to reduce anxiety and stress. For example, leaders are mindful of the long journey to school some pupils face. They ensure that pupils have access to breakfast, a calm space and ‘wake and shake’ on arrival to school. These activities set pupils up well for their learning. As a result, pupils are happy, feel safe and achieve extremely well. Pupils, irrespective of their disability or particular need, relish the rich and varied wider opportunities on offer. Staff see beyond the special needs of pupils and ‘knock down’ any barriers. For example, sailing, paddle boarding and cheerleading are just a few activities available to pupils. These increase their confidence and build self-esteem. Along with other experiences, pupils and students develop high levels of independence. This enables them to contribute positively to their community and prepare them for adulthood.