Pupils value and enjoy the opportunities they have at school. Pupils know that learning is important and apply themselves to their work. Staff have high expectations. Pupils, including post-16 students, gain valuable experience and qualifications that will help them be successful in their lives. Pupils are taught to have high aspirations for themselves. They say things like ‘I feel like I belong here’ and ‘I feel I am somebody’. Relationships between staff and pupils are extremely positive. Pupils are listened to and respected. There is a positive and purposeful atmosphere at the school and other sites. Staff are caring, encouraging and enthusiastic. They use teaching approaches that suit different pupils’ needs. However, sometimes they do not identify carefully enough the most important things pupils need to remember, including for reading. Pupils are polite and behave well. They are taught to be responsible for their own actions and to respect others. Pupils say there is no bullying, and they feel safe. They are confident that staff will resolve any concerns they have. From their different starting points, pupils develop positive attitudes to their learning. However, the number of pupils who are regularly absent or who attend part time is high.