Staff are dedicated and want the very best for their pupils. They know their pupils well. Staff work closely with families to understand the needs of the pupils who attend the school. As a result, Welcombe Hills is a happy school where everyone gets along with each other well. Pupils behave well in class and staff give them the support they need when they need it. Consequently, pupils try their best in lessons and enjoy learning new things. Pupils with the most complex needs have a curriculum that meets their needs well. However, those pupils following subject-specific learning do not benefit from a wellplanned or well-sequenced curriculum. As a result, they do not achieve as well as they should. The school makes sure that pupils are supported to learn to become increasingly independent. Sixth-form students make visits to colleges and workplaces in their community. Older pupils go on work experience and taster days to explore their talents and interests. All pupils enjoy a range of exciting opportunities in and out of school such as forest school lessons, attending sporting competitions, and other local places of interest. The school has developed strong links to the Royal Shakespeare Company and pupils visit frequently.