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...
13. Accrington Woodnook Primary School
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on Mar 4-5. Classed as good for 4 categories, requires improvement for 1. Highlights: pupils strive to live out the school’s values of friendship, aspiration, independence and respect; range of extra-curricular activities; broad and engaging curriculum. Improvements needed: in some subjects, key knowledge that is not clearly defined; writing curriculum. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
14. Rishton Methodist School
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on Mar 18-19. Deemed as having maintained good standards. Highlights: warm and welcoming school; pupils behave & achieve well; well-organised curriculum. Improvements needed: sometimes, tasks are not well matched to what pupils already know. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
15. Rosewood Primary School
Report published Apr 29 following an inspection on Mar 11-12. Deemed as having maintained good standards. Highlights: inclusive school; pupils behave & achieve well; ambitious and carefully organised curriculum. Improvements needed: checks on learning. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
16. The Olive School, Blackburn
Report published Apr 30 following an inspection on March 4-5. Classed as outstanding for all categories. Highlights: pupils thrive; exceptional academic education, strong pastoral support and rich, broad opportunities. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: Outstanding. | Google Maps