Lakeside School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 July 2023

Every day is a special day for pupils who attend Lakeside School. Pupils thrive because of the individual care and attention they receive. Adults have a deep understanding of the needs of each pupil. At the start of each day, pupils are active and busy. Laughter and shrills of excitement are clear signs of pupils enjoying their time at school. The school's motto, 'Learning for Life', is evident in the high expectations staff have of pupils. Pupils achieve well because of the high-quality guidance and support staff provide. Leaders ensure that there are high aspirations for pupils. They help to promote pupils' independence through learning to interact with those around them. Pupils enjoy warm and trusting relationships with adults. Staff are quick to spot any signs of pupils becoming anxious. They are highly effective in helping pupils to manage their behaviour. This means that pupils are always focused on their learning. The nurturing environment ensures that pupils are safe. Pupils make regular use of the community to help them to experience real-life situations. They relish the opportunities to work alongside pupils of local mainstream schools. Their visits to shops and cafes provide opportunities to build life skills. Pupils look forward to the rewards they receive as a result of these activities.

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