A special school rated 'good' by Ofsted has received an ungraded inspection.
Crowdys Hill School in Swindon underwent the inspection on May 8 and 9, and while there has been no change in its overall judgement, Ofsted's evidence suggests the school's grade may not be as high if a graded inspection were to be conducted now.
The school, whose next inspection will be graded, has 306 four to 19-year-olds, including 49 in its sixth form.
It caters to pupils with moderate or severe learning difficulties, and provides all pupils with an education, health and care plan.
Children at the school are "happy" and "confident that adults look out for them and keep them safe", the inspection found.
The school expects pupils to behave well and uses the ‘zones of regulation’ to keep children calm.
The pupils, who "enjoy school and are keen to learn", "understand the importance of respect", telling inspectors it is "okay to be different" and the school encourages them to be "the best version" of themselves.
The school's mantra, ‘learning for life’, "shines through", Ofsted said, and pupils make strong progress over time, achieving well from various starting points.
The provision for pupils’ wider development is "strong" and they "take pleasure in the rich and varied opportunities on offer", including trips to Pencelli and Trewen.
The inspection also found a strong relationship between parents and the school.
It said: "Many parents are delighted with the school. They appreciate the approach that staff take to support their children."
The school is "ambitious for all pupils to experience success during their time at Crowdys Hill", the inspector said.
The curriculum strengthens pupils' skills in English, maths and other academic and vocational subjects.
Pupils work towards multiple qualifications, including GCSE maths, and develop independence through opportunities such as travel training, cooking and visits to the farm.
In the early years, children are introduced to a language-rich environment, learning to socialise, cooperate and increase their independence.
"The focus on communication and language is pivotal", the report said.
It added: "The school aspires that every pupil will become, at the very least, a functional reader.
"As a result, pupils experience success in their reading, with some older pupils reading as well as their peers in mainstream schools."
The report added: "The school keeps pupils safe. They respond promptly to support pupils in need of help.
"Leaders provide a curriculum that teaches pupils to understand risk, including healthy relationships."
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