Pupils get a fresh start at Silver Birch School. Many have had difficulties in other schools and have missed a lot of education. At Silver Birch, staff take an interest in their lives. They find out what motivates them, and they support them to set goals and feel good about themselves. Pupils study a broad range of subjects. English, mathematics and science are taught every day. Pupils work towards qualifications that will help them get jobs or a place at college. In addition, they have access to job-related training and work experience placements. Poor behaviour does happen. In response, staff are patient, kind and treat pupils fairly. They also set very clear rules that pupils have to follow. Bullying is not accepted. Pupils are taught how to recognise it and to understand the damage it causes. Over time, many pupils’ behaviour and attendance improves. However, some pupils have too many absences, which means they miss out on the positive and supportive activities that happen there. Staff teach pupils how to keep themselves safe. They keep them safe at school and support them to believe in themselves. These optimistic expectations help pupils to re-engage with education and raise their aspirations for the future.