Pupils at Old Hall School achieve exceptionally well, starting from the early years. The school accurately understands pupils’ barriers to learning. There are no limits placed to what pupils can achieve here. As a result, pupils are very well prepared for their next stages in education and development. Staff have high expectations for all pupils. The curriculum has been carefully developed for pupils to meet these high expectations successfully. The school places high priority on developing pupils’ communication and interaction. This is central to the school’s curriculum. Pupils use different strategies to communicate their thoughts, feelings and subject knowledge effectively. This provides pupils with valuable skills for their future lives. The support for pupils’ behavioural needs is excellent. The school has developed the holistic intervention programme. This helps pupils who may need additional support for their behaviour. This is a highly effective and inclusive intervention. Consequently, pupils display positive and calm behaviours. Pupils’ mental health and well-being are supported exceptionally well. Pupils are taught how to understand their feelings. They know what strategies will help them to manage their emotions. Pupils share their worries around the ‘tell me tree’. Pupils can name trusted adults. As a result, pupils are happy and safe at Old Hall School.