Melland High School is an inspirational and vibrant place. Pupils flourish socially and academically. The school is ambitious for every pupil. Pupils know that their views and opinions matter. They develop effective strategies that enable them to communicate with confidence. Pupils feel safe, happy and well cared for. All pupils have an education, health and care (EHC) plan. Expectations for their achievements are high, no matter what pathway they follow. Determined staff do everything that they can to ensure that pupils enjoy school and that they benefit from a carefully adapted curriculum. Pupils thrive personally and academically. Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. Highly effective classroom and social time routines mean that pupils know exactly what to expect and when. This helps pupils to feel calm and secure, and it adds to the harmonious atmosphere that pervades throughout the school. At the heart of the school’s work is the continual focus on equipping pupils with the skills that they need to make a valuable contribution to society. This is also true for students in the sixth form. Right from the start, the wider experiences offered to pupils focus on developing their independence and social skills. This offer includes activities such as outdoor pursuits, theatre trips and performing arts projects.