Pupils get a fresh start at Octavia House and thrive. They love coming to school, which is reflected in their high attendance. They build positive relationships with the staff. They feel welcome and cared for. Pupils are supported, step by step, to build up their resilience and tolerance. This makes them confident to be in the classroom for longer and longer periods. Pupils’ academic needs are well understood by their teachers. Pupils are taught what they need to fill previous gaps in their learning. They are expected to work hard, and they do. Pupils also have fun. They enjoy their regular movement breaks, playing football together or digging in the sandpit. Their learning is well planned and they benefit from lots of trips out and visitors to school. All pupils have therapy sessions that help them to understand their emotions better. As a result, they react well to things that make them upset or worried. Their behaviour improves substantially with time at Octavia House. Parents describe the school as having ‘transformed’ their child’s experience of education.