Ofsted - the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills - inspects and reports on anywhere that provides education for young people in England, including schools, nurseries and childminders.
Schools or organisations are inspected every four years or 30 months depending on their status.
Many parents rely on Ofsted ratings to help them choose a school or nursery.
Here are 22 secondary schools in and around Blackpool that were rated 'outstanding' and 'good' by Ofsted:
21. The Loyne Specialist School, Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 2QD
The report said: "Pupils flourish at this incredibly vibrant school. Staff expertly use pupils’ preferred mode of communication to greet them with kind words and a smile at the start of each day. The school’s strong transition programme aids pupils in settling in quickly when they first start. They benefit significantly from the caring relationships they enjoy with staff, who know them extremely well. Pupils are happy." | Google
22. Bleasdale School, Emesgate Lane, Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0RG
The report said: "The vast majority of pupils who attend Bleasdale School are non-verbal and have complex needs. Parents and carers have the upmost faith and trust in the staff. They know their children are well cared for, cherished and valued and that they are safe and happy in school. Parents described the school as one big happy family. They could not speak highly enough about the school and the pride they have in their child’s achievements." | Google