Pupils, including students in the sixth form, thrive and excel as part of this nurturing and highly aspirational school. Many pupils who join the school have previously struggled in a mainstream school environment. For these pupils and their families, Pioneer House is transformative. Staff provide extensive support and care so that pupils feel safe and accepted. Pupils flourish socially as well as academically. The school is relentlessly ambitious for all pupils. The unique curriculum is designed thoughtfully to support and celebrate each step of pupils’ learning, however small or large. Pupils rise to meet the school’s high expectations. They achieve exceptionally well. Pupils are tolerant and supportive of each other. They appreciate the clear routines and the rewards that the school sets out for their behaviour. Staff know pupils as individuals. They use highly personalised support strategies skilfully. These help pupils to communicate their needs and regulate their own behaviour. The school’s central focus is to prepare pupils for adulthood and life beyond school. Pupils benefit from an extensive programme of lessons, activities and work experiences tailored to their specific personal development needs. This equips pupils with the skills that they require to keep themselves safe and healthy, communicate effectively and live their lives as independently as possible.