Of these, five were primary schools and three were secondary schools.
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 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. Ofsted reports July
Eight schools across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble were inspected Photo: Google Maps
2. Parklands High School
Report published July 4, following an inspection on May 11- 12 . Classed as 'good'. Highlights: welcoming and friendly; broad and ambitious curriculum; extra-curricular activities. Improvements needed: SEND curriculum. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
3. St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
Report published July 5, following an inspection on May 17- 18 . Classed as 'good'. Highlights: happy and safe; pupils behave and achieve well; broad and varied curriculum. Improvements needed: curriculum of some foundation subjects; checks on learning. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
4. Carr Hill High School
Report published July 12 following an inspection on May 18. Classed as 'requires improvement'. Highlights: increasingly ambitious curriculum; SEND learning and opportunities. Improvements needed: delivery of curriculum; pupil behaviour. Previous inspection: Requires improvement. Photo: Google Maps