Pupils’ well-being is at the heart of this school. There is a family atmosphere and staff provide caring support for pupils. This support keeps pupils safe and helps them to focus on what they are learning. Staff know the pupils well and adapt activities to capture every learning opportunity. Leaders ensure that pupils’ progress in personal development is equally important as academic progress. Pupils love Daisy, the school dog. They say that she is fun to play with, but also helps them to calm down when they need to. The school specialises in support for pupils who have experienced trauma and who have additional social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Pupils’ behaviour is well managed because staff respond sensitively when pupils struggle to concentrate. Helping pupils to understand how their actions affect others is a priority. Pupils say that bullying does not happen and, if it did, pupils know that staff would sort it out quickly. Pupils enjoy coming to school. This is reflected in their high attendance.