Pupils are safe, happy and well cared for at this school. Warm and friendly relationships exist between pupils and staff. Pupils enjoy learning in the nurturing environment that leaders provide. Staff have high expectations of how well pupils can achieve and behave. Pupils do their best to live up to these aspirations. They achieve well. They develop independence and resilience that prepares them well for the next stage in their lives. At times, pupils’ behaviour can be challenging. That said, staff manage this very effectively. They meet pupils’ individual needs well. Pupils’ attitudes to learning improve over time. Leaders have placed high importance on the personal development of pupils. The atmosphere around the school is calm and focused. There is no unkind behaviour. Should bullying happen, pupils know that leaders would deal with it effectively. Leaders plan opportunities for pupils to be responsible. This includes learning important life skills. Pupils are prepared for life in modern Britain. Leaders make sure that pupils are well informed about their next steps in education.