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...
5. St Andrew's Preschool Ashton
Report published Aug 18 following an inspection on July 14. Classed as 'requires improvement'. Highlights: children's behaviour; outdoor learning; literacy and language development. Improvements needed: identify more clearly what children are to learn. Previous inspection: Inadequate. Photo: Google Maps
6. Gelston Manor Day Nursery
Report published Aug 22 following an inspection on July 13. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: range of learning experiences; happy and safe children; good behaviour. Improvements needed: promote children's curiosity in adult-led activities by giving them time to think. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
7. Teddy Towers
Report published Sept 7 following an inspection on July 13. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: happy and welcoming; children's behaviour; broad curriculum. Improvements needed: strengthen implementation of curriculum for youngest children. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
8. Nursery @ Whitefield
Report published Sept 12 following an inspection on Aug 2. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: children are safe and happy; SEND children well supported; range of activities. Improvements needed: use accurate mathematical vocabulary consistently; build on staff's ability to identify the intended learning for activities. Previous inspection: Not applicable. Photo: Google Maps