Educational establishments 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/nursery requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good ones are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the 16 establishments below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...
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13. Crawshawbooth Pre-School (Rossendale)
Report published Oct 8 following an inspection on Sept 12. Classed as good. Highlights: eager & safe children; children demonstrate high levels of engagement; SEND support. Improvements needed: support all staff to better respond & adapt their teaching so children make the best possible progress. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
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14. Chez Nanny (Burnley)
Report published Oct 3 following an inspection on Sept 9. Classed as good. Highlights: children thoroughly enjoy adventurous outdoor play; children beahve well; well-sequenced curriculum. Improvements needed: strengthen the arrangements for settling-in procedures. Previous inspection: Outstanding. | Google Maps
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15. Little Sparkles Nursery (Preston)
Report published Oct 2 following an inspection on Sept 8. Classed as outstanding. Highlights: children thrive in this vibrant & inclusive nursery; ambitious & carefully sequenced curriculum; communication & language are at the heart of the curriculum. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: Outstanding. | Google Maps
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16. Our Lady & St Huberts Playgroup (Blackburn)
Report published Oct 2 following an inspection on Sept 9. Classed as good. Highlights: welcoming & homely environment; children behave well; strong SEND support. Improvements needed: plan more precisely for children's next steps; provide children with even more experiences to strengthen their understanding of diversity. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps