Pupils enjoy coming to Glade School. They are happy and safe. Pupils achieve ambitious goals because of the school’s nurturing approach to supporting pupils with autism spectrum disorders. Learning is planned around pupils’ interests and individual needs. Learning spaces are bespoke to each pupil. For example, some pupils choose to sit at a desk surrounded by their favourite books. Others decorate their spaces with blankets and cushions because this makes them feel safe. Staff get to know pupils’ needs really well. They have high ambitions for pupils’ behaviour. Staff recognise when a pupil begins to get upset or frustrated. Their calming and prompt approach helps to minimise pupils’ outbursts and impulsive behaviour. Adults help pupils to understand how to communicate positively with others, including when using social media. This is especially important because sometimes pupils do not understand how their words and actions might upset other people. Adults deal with any incidents of bullying very sensitively, but make sure that it stops. Parents are enthusiastic about the school. They appreciate the regular communication with staff and value the personalised approach to learning. As one said, ‘My child lives a happier, more fulfilled life,’ because of the difference the school makes.