Willow Park School welcomed its first pupils in January 2024 and is a place where everyone is valued. The school is highly ambitious for its pupils. Some pupils successfully show their achievements through a range of responses to books and songs. However, for other pupils, the school needs to support them further in achieving well. Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and respectful. The school provides a safe and nurturing environment for the pupils. There is a purposeful atmosphere around the school. At different times of the day, pupils can focus on some learning well. Pupils enjoy having stickers to celebrate success. Pupils love to fill the ball jar and receive rewards for their learning. Staff speak calmly with any pupil who loses concentration and offer support to help them regain focus effectively. Some pupils begin to develop their turn-taking skills. Pupils can communicate their feelings, including when they are happy or sad. The school gives pupils opportunities to show their personalities and develop some understanding of each other. Some pupils have jobs around school such as tidying and switching on/off lights. Pupils’ own interests are celebrated through playing and staff talking about what pupils enjoy about themselves and their toys.