Of these, twelve were primary schools and one was a special school: no secondary schools had Ofsted reports published this month.
Between those inspected, there were ten ‘good’ schools, two ‘requires improvement’ and one ‘inadequate’.
If a school requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the thirteen schools below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement…
1. May Ofsted reports in and around Preston
Take a look at all the schools that had Ofsted reports published in May. Photo: n/a
2. Bamber Bridge St Aidan's Church of England Primary School
Report published May 4, following an inspection on March 7-8. Classed as 'requires improvement'. Highlights: warm and caring culture; broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum; prioritises wellbeing. Improvements needed: teaching of early reading is inconsistent; leaders haven't identified important knowledge or best order to teach in. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
3. Hesketh-with-Becconsall All Saints CofE School
Report published May 11, following an inspection on March 7-8. Classed as 'inadequate'. Highlights: pupils are happy and "typically behave well"; good personal development programme and extra-curricular opportunities. Improvements needed: weak and unstable leadership; curriculum “lacks ambition” and “is not well designed"; support for SEND pupils. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
4. Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School
Report published May 11, following an inspection on March 13-14. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: "friendly school"; interesting, broad and ambitious curriculum; wide range of clubs. Improvements needed: some teachers not clear about most important knowledge; need to better check the impact of curriculums. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps