Nine mainstream secondary schools, five special schools and two colleges had new Ofsted reports published this year.
Of these, 10 were classed as ‘good’, four ‘outstanding’, two ‘requires improvement’ and one was classed as inadequate.
Take a look at all the educational establishments below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement…
13. Fulwood Academy
Report published July 18 following an inspection on June 6-7. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: pupils achieve and behave well; ambitious curriculum; priority placed on reading. Improvements needed: some subject curriculums. Previous inspection: requires improvement. Photo: Google Maps
14. Southlands High School
Monitoring report published Oct 25 following an inspection on September 14. Classed as 'requires improvement'. Highlights: breadth of subjects studied at key stage 3 is now more ambitious; a high-quality personal, social and health education curriculum. Improvements needed: support subject leaders to refine the important knowledge that pupils need to know; ensure the curriculum is being delivered consistently well; ensure that teachers use the new assessment strategies effectively. Previous inspection: Requires improvment. Photo: Google Maps
15. Oliver House School (special)
Report published Nov 15 following an inspection on Oct 10-12. Classed as 'Outstanding'. Highlights: pupils feel highly valued; staff have an extremely well-developed understanding of pupils’ SEND; curriculum is broad, balanced and inclusive of all pupils’needs. Improvements needed: none. Previous inspection: Outstanding. Photo: Google Maps
16. Moorbrook School (special)
Report published Nov 15 following an inspection on Oct 10-12. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: pupils feel safe and happy; vocational learning opportunities; strong support for SEND. Improvements needed: curriculum could be more ambitious; some pupils are not achieving as highly as they should. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps