Schools can be rated one of four grades: outstanding, good, requires improvement and inadequate, with a mix of ratings being given out this month.
If a school/college requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the 20 schools below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...
5. Lea Community Primary School
Report published Apr 4 following an inspection on March 11-12. Classed as good for all categories. Highlights: warm and caring environment; pupils behave & achieve well; ambitious curriculum. Improvements needed: ensure that work enables pupils to develop secure knowledge; in some subjects, pupils’ knowledge are not as secure as they should be. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
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6. Royal Cross Primary School (special)
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on March 4-5. Deemed as having maintained previous outstanding standards. Highlights: happy, friendly school; pupils behave & achieve exceptionally well; broad, exciting and aspirational curriculum. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: Outstanding. | Google Maps
7. Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on March 4-5. Ungraded inspection found it may not be good anymore. Highlights: staff care deeply about pupils’ academic and personal achievements; pupils behave well; variety of clubs, societies and activities. Improvements needed: the curriculum; checks on learning; support for older pupils who struggle to read. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
8. The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on Mar 11-12. Deemed as having maintained good standards. Highlights: welcoming school; pupils achieve & behave well; broad range of extra-curricular opportunities. Improvements needed: ensure activities help pupils to develop sufficient depth of knowledge; rectify gaps and in knowledge promptly. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps