Pupils enjoy coming to this school. Parents say things like: ‘Our child is very happy at school and loves learning all of the different things they do.’ Teachers expect pupils to work hard and, as a result, they do. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are very well supported by teachers who know them well and give them the support they need. Pupils who attend the school’s specialist resource base are given the skills to be highly independent and confident members of the school. They learn and develop a strong understanding about what it is to be part of the deaf community. Pupils find that the curriculum is interesting, and they enjoy having lots of visitors into the school and trips out of school. They learn to read, write and do mathematics well. There is a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, such as archery, a singing/signing choir, cross-country and cookery. If pupils feel that they are being bullied, which does not happen often, pupils are confident that adults make sure this is stopped quickly. Adults check on pupils’ wellbeing daily and follow up with anyone who is upset or worried.