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/nursery requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the eight schools below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...
1. Schools with Ofsted reports in March
All the schools across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble who received new Ofsted reports in March
2. Brinscall St John's CofE and Methodist Primary School
Report published Mar 4 following an inspection on Jan 23-24. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: pupils behave and achieve well; broad and ambitious curriculum; range of clubs and activities. Improvements needed: in a small number of subjects, teachers do not identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge as quickly as they could. Previous inspection: Outstanding. Photo: Google Maps
3. Cedar Lodge School
Report published Mar 6 following an inspection on Feb 7-8. Classed as 'outstanding'. Highlights: happy and supportive environment; pupils behave and achieve well; ambitious curriculum. Improvements needed: none. Previous inspection: Outstanding.
4. Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Report published Mar 8 following an inspection on Jan 31-Feb 1. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: happy and nurturing school; ambitious curriculum; extra-curricular activities. Improvements needed: in newer curriculums, teachers checks on learning do not identify the gaps in pupils’ knowledge. Previous inspection: Good.