Harlow Fields School and College is a place where pupils are kind and respectful to each other. Staff ensure that pupils, including those with the most profound needs, are safe and well cared for. Adults support pupils well to manage their complex emotions and feelings. This helps pupils to behave. On the playground, pupils interact positively with each other and staff. Pupils respect each other’s differences and needs. Students in the sixth form act as excellent role models for the younger pupils. Some of the clubs are only just returning, following the COVID-19 pandemic. Nevertheless, there are a range of experiences and activities that complement the curriculum. Regular trips out are thoughtful and engaging. Pupils visit local cafés and sports centres. This helps them to apply their learning from school. Pupils build their confidence by taking part in a wide range of theatrical productions. They also learn how to use public transport safely. However, some curriculum documents are not clear enough. They do not tell teachers exactly what should be taught and when. Refinements are needed to check pupils’ learning, and some staff do not have high enough expectations of what pupils can achieve.