Pupils thrive at this warm and happy school. Staff promote positive relationships effectively. This helps pupils to feel valued and safe. Education staff work closely with care and therapy staff to collectively secure a holistic view of pupils needs and challenges. This helps pupils to settle quickly, reengage in learning and secure stronger, personalised outcomes. The school’s curriculum has understanding pupils’ trauma and barriers to learning at its heart. Pupils benefit greatly by responding positively to the tailored provision they receive. Regular, focused therapeutic support enhances pupils’ well-being considerably. Most pupils have complex needs associated with their social, emotional, communication and interaction difficulties. Many come to the school following a fragmented education experience. They arrive reluctant to engage. Staff utilise their expertise to get to know pupils extremely well. Pupils’ behaviour improves dramatically. Pupils reengage and develop a love of learning. Everyone gets on very well together. Pupils say that bullying is not a problem. Leaders ensure that the whole community has high expectations of pupils. Parents and carers praise the school. Some say it has transformed their children’s lives.