“Everyone is incredibly proud to be part of the school. Pupils are extremely well supported by staff and their peers, which ensures they are happy and safe. They have an unbreakable sense of community. This endures well after they have left through ‘the Old Southendian Association’, which sustains friendships. Pupils see themselves as a positive force for change. Pupils lead pioneering work on promoting understanding of neurodiversity. They are proactively growing this work across other schools nationally. Pupils develop a strong sense of moral purpose … The quality of education pupils experience is second to none. Pupils are challenged and supported to be their absolute best. They benefit from passionate and expert teachers who help ensure pupils consistently achieve the highest standards. Enrichment opportunities are vast.”