This is a school for pupils with moderate, severe and profound and multiple learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorders, and behavioural, social and emotional difficulties. An increasing number of pupils in the younger classes have complex needs. Pupils all have a statement of special educational needs or an education, health and care plan. The proportion of pupils supported by the pupil premium is broadly average at just over a quarter. (This is government funding for pupils who are known to be eligible for free school meals or looked after by the local authority). The school provides an outreach service to local mainstream schools for pupils with learning difficulties. A teacher spends on average one day a week providing this service. Some students at Key Stage 4 and in the sixth form spend part of their time in Ely College and Cambridge Regional College. Younger pupils spend time on occasion in The Lantern Community Primary School. The school is working with the local authority to develop its accommodation. In September 2015, it is due to have a substantial extension to its building ready for use.