Care and kindness are at the heart of Uplands School. Pupils’ mental and physical health needs are prioritised. The school focuses on preparing pupils for the next step of their education and adulthood. However, further work remains to ensure that all pupils get the most from their time here. The school’s new curriculum is designed to help its pupils with severe, profound and complex special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) become independent and resilient young people. Pupils learn how to be safe in the home and online. The curriculum is raising expectations of what pupils can achieve. Students in the sixth form are well supported to secure new knowledge, skills and vocabulary. Most older pupils are aspirational about the next stages of their lives. Pupils value the careers advice, work experience and travel training experiences organised by the school. Pupils’ talents and interests are nurtured at Uplands. Pupils enjoy a wide range of trips and visits. They contribute to school life. For example, the school council recently reinstated the school’s cafe. Such opportunities positively reinforce pupils’ learning in real-life experiences. Pupils behave well in class and staff provide appropriate support when needed. Pupils learn about different cultures and the importance of tolerance and respect.