Pupils enjoy attending this caring and supportive school. Parents and carers say that their children are safe and happy at the school. Many say that the care their children receive is exceptional. One parent reflected the views of others when they said, ‘My son has flourished and become a happy, confident learner that is gaining independence.’ Leaders and staff want the very best for their pupils. Pupils live up to the high expectations leaders have of them. They show care, respect and thoughtfulness to each other, the staff and visitors. Pupils engage very well with their learning. They have positive attitudes to their education. They are always trying their hardest. Staff know the pupils well. Relationships are very positive. Pupils know staff will support them to learn. Teachers, therapists and support staff are very skilled in meeting pupils’ complex needs. Pupils’ personal development is excellent. They enjoy the many enrichment activities they can choose from, such as ‘dance club’, hair and beauty sessions and fishing. Although pupils are supported to achieve well, leaders have not ensured consistency in the quality of the support given to those pupils who require it to help them to learn to read fluently.