Polden Bower is a community hub for its families. Pupils love coming to school. They attend very well. They benefit from caring and skilled staff who build positive, trusted relationships with them. The curriculum is designed carefully to meet the diverse needs of pupils. It is particularly effective in helping pupils acquire early language, communication, reading and interaction skills. Pupils thrive because their needs are met effectively. As a result, pupils are very well prepared for their next steps when they leave the school. The school has established highly effective systems for managing and supporting pupils’ behaviour. Children often arrive in Reception with a limited ability to play, interact and make sense of the world around them. Effective plans and strong relationships transform this. Pupils’ behaviour improves significantly over time. By the time they leave, pupils are very well prepared for adulthood. Pupils’ talents, interests and social opportunities are nurtured considerably. Pupils learn about other cultures, religions and beliefs. They contribute to their school and local community in a range of ways. The school puts on family events out of hours and at the weekends. Many parents speak positively about these events and the support they get from the school.