Pupils start the day at Cambian Somerset School with enthusiasm. Many pupils have joined the school following unsuccessful experiences of education elsewhere. Staff take the time to get to know them and their interests. Strong relationships with staff help pupils blossom. Staff use their expertise to support pupils’ needs. Pupils feel safe to learn in this welcoming and inclusive place. The learning environment is purposeful. This is because the school has made clear the routines it expects pupils to follow. Pupils learn about how to be a good friend and how to support one another. Pupils demonstrate tolerance and understanding of each other’s needs and form warm friendships. Consequently, there are no concerns about bullying. The school teaches pupils how to behave so they are ready for the wider world. Pupils rise to the high expectations the school has of them. They achieve well from their starting points. Pupils go on to further education, apprenticeships or employment, indicating their preparedness for life beyond this school. The school has woven a wide range of learning experiences through its curriculum. For example, pupils visited a local castle linked to learning about the Vikings. They study plants at stately gardens to inspire their artwork.