Leaders have created a safe and inclusive school where pupils and staff show respect to each other. Staff know and understand pupils well. Pupils trust the adults who work here. They know that staff care about them and want them to achieve. Indeed, leaders show a real determination to make a positive difference to pupils’ lives. Leaders have high expectations for pupils. They believe pupils can return to mainstream school, better equipped to succeed. Leaders and staff develop pupils’ selfbelief. Pupils who stay here until the end of Year 11 gain the qualifications they need to move onto further education or training. Pupils behave well. They benefit from the mentoring they receive. Staff work with pupils to help them both manage and change their behaviour. Pupils make progress in developing the behaviours and attributes they need to become successful at school and in life. When bullying or other inappropriate behaviour happens, leaders deal with it well. Pupils like being here. They socialise happily with each other and support each other’s well-being. Staff listen to pupils’ views and use them to develop the school environment. Pupils enjoy activities such as residential trips to an activity centre, iceskating and bowling.