Pupils flourish at this exceptional school. They feel safe and happy in this welcoming place, where everyone is treated equally. They rise to the school’s high expectations of their behaviour because staff know and understand them well. Pupils, including students in the sixth form, realise the school’s high expectations for their achievement. They are curious and inquisitive learners. Pupils, all of whom have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. At the heart of the school’s aspirations is the relentless desire to prepare all pupils extremely well for their next steps in education and life beyond school. Pupils undertake carefully considered work experience placements and students in the post-16 provision have opportunities to experience learning which is linked to real-life experiences. Pupils benefit greatly from the broad programme of enrichment opportunities that the school has developed to help them to become more resilient and confident. Pupils enjoy residential trips, trips to the theatre and outdoor learning opportunities. They participate in a multitude of varied activities, including a wide range of sports. The school makes every effort to prepare pupils for the best lives possible.