JUDITH McGinnity, senior ELSA teaching assistant in emotional literacy said: “I love this school. I’ve seen amazing improvements and the students are caring, incredible individuals. It is unlike any other school.”

Head of Priory House and PE teacher Rich Parsons said: “It’s the enthusiasm of the kids at The Grange that makes it such a great school to be in.

“The interaction between staff and pupils is very effective.”

Andrew Dear, whose son Christopher is head boy said: “The pupils here enjoy coming to school.

“My eldest son still comes back to visit. The relationship between staff and pupils is unique. They are so supportive.”

Sharon Murawski, whose daughter Hallé is in Year 8, said: “The sports and the activities that are available are great.

It is a happy school.

“The teachers are inspirational and that filters through to the children.”

Samantha Neale, Year 11, said: “When I joined in Year 9, it was so much better than my old school.

“The teachers are really friendly.

“If you are in need of extra help you know you that you can ask the teachers.

Jaimee Prowse, in Year 7 said: “I think this school is amazing because they are all really supportive.

“Everyone is really helpful.

“When I started there were lots of people to show you about and give you help.”