Pupils enjoy coming to school because they feel safe and happy here. The relationships between staff and pupils are positive. Staff go the extra mile to care for pupils, supporting them to manage their social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Pupils know that they can always talk to an adult who will help them if they are feeling worried or upset. Pupils’ behaviour is much better now than in the past. Leaders have made sure that all staff receive the training they need to manage pupils’ behaviour. As a result, staff understand pupils’ anxieties, and deal effectively and swiftly with any incidents of unkind behaviour or bullying. For many pupils, Davenport School is their first positive experience of education. Teachers make lessons interesting and fun so that pupils enjoy their learning. Pupils talk enthusiastically about their work and are proud of their achievements. They experience a range of different subjects, although the curriculum they study is not fully developed to consistently meet their individual needs. Pupils take part in a range of extra-curricular activities and trips at school. These opportunities allow pupils to apply their social skills in unfamiliar settings, preparing them well for life beyond the school.