Care and warmth lie at the heart of Halesbury School. Pupils are welcomed and valued. The school wants the best for its pupils. However, further work remains to be done to ensure that all pupils get the most from their time here. This is a time of change at Halesbury. Pupils with an increasingly broad range of complex needs are starting their educational journeys here. Consequently, the school has had to reconsider what some pupils need to learn, in what order and how they learn best. These changes are happening, but most are still in the early stages of development. Relationships between staff and pupils are a strength. There is a strong sense of calm throughout classrooms and across the school. Staff act quickly when pupils need additional help and support. This means that behaviour is positive in lessons and at breaktimes. Trips to theme parks, local shops, and nature reserves enrich pupils’ time at the school. Older pupils benefit from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. Visitors, such as former Olympic gold medallists, teach the children about water safety. The school is committed to providing exciting and enriching opportunities for personal development.