Leaders are committed to their vision that Aurora Redehall should be ‘more than just a school’. They have created a caring community where pupils achieve well. When pupils start here, staff get to know them quickly and understand their needs. This helps to build strong relationships where pupils feel safe and secure. Some pupils find it difficult to manage their emotions at times, and this is handled effectively by adults in school to reduce instances of unkind behaviour. Pupils are prepared well for their next steps in life. Some pupils spend time at local colleges in order to make sure they feel ready for the move to further education. Others attend experiences relevant to their ambitions and interests, such as visits to a local farm to learn about animal management. Although these opportunities are valuable, leaders recognise that pupils would benefit from more regular and personalised careers advice. Parents talk highly of the impact this school has had on their children. One told us, ‘The teachers know my child incredibly well. Since starting this school they have literally turned his life around – he has gone from being very angry and school averse to a confident, happy boy.’