Schools and nurseries in Preston, Chorley and South Ribble with Ofsted reports in September/August

Schools and nurseries 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/nursery requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.

Take a look at the nine educational establishments below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...