Pupils value their education. They enjoy school and attend well. They arrive promptly in class at the start of each day. They know what is expected of them and settle quickly to learn. Pupils understand that working hard and being successful will put them on a positive course for their next steps. The school has a convivial and supportive atmosphere. Everyone knows each other well. Relationships between pupils and staff are strong. Pupils respond readily to requests from staff. They appreciate the care shown by staff for their welfare and well-being. Pupils show considerable respect and patience towards each other. They know what bullying is and say that it rarely happens. They say that there is always someone they can talk to if they are worried. Short ‘time-outs’ from class help pupils manage their emotions and feelings effectively. Pupils enjoy spending tokens awarded for having a positive attitude and behaving well. Pupils engage willingly during lessons. They ask for help rather than struggle. They say they learn a lot, although the work they do is sometimes too easy or sometimes too hard. Learning how to live independently helps pupils develop their confidence and resilience.