Pupils say that they feel safe at the school. Most enjoy attending. They benefit from the high numbers of staff who support them. There are good relationships between staff and pupils. Pupils appreciate the attention they receive from staff. Pupils generally get on well with each other. The school does not understand well enough the full scope of the needs of its pupils, all of whom are pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff do not consistently take pupils’ additional needs into account when planning and delivering the curriculum. Some pupils do not get the support they need. Pupils do not receive an ambitious and well-planned curriculum. Many aspects of the school’s curriculum are at an early stage of development. Many pupils do not learn as well as they should. The school does not have a well-thought-through personal development programme. Not all pupils have opportunities to gain an understanding of different religions and cultures. Some pupils do not have opportunities to develop their talents and interests. Some older pupils benefit from suitable careers education and experiences that help prepare them for their next steps.