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...
9. St Mary's RC Primary School, Clayton-le-Moors
Report published Apr 1 following an inspection on Mar 4-5. Classed as good for all categories. Highlights: happy, inclusive school; pupils achieve & behave well; pupils are passionate aboutserving their local community and helping people in need. Improvements needed: delivery of curriculum; at times, teaching does not identify well enough pupils’ gaps and misconceptions. Previous inspection: Requires improvement. | Google Maps
10. All Saints C of E Primary School
Report published Apr 4 following an inspection on Feb 25-26. Ungraded inspection found the school may have improved to outstanding. Highlights: a culture of aspiration; rich and ambitious curriculum; exceptional behaviour. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
11. St Mary's CE Primary School
Report published Apr 4 following an inspection on Mar 4-5. Deemed as having maintained good standards. Highlights: happy, welcoming school; pupils achieve & behave well; wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. Improvements needed: The school’s expectations for pupils’ early writing are not sufficiently ambitious. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
12. Accrington Academy
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on Mar 4-5. Classed as requires improvement for 3 categories, good for 2. Highlights: happy, welcoming school; pupils achieve & behave well; wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. Improvements needed: some learning activities do not build pupil's understanding well enough; checks on learning; the school’s quality assurance systems. Previous inspection: Requires improvement. | Google Maps