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…

5. St Catherine's RC Primary School
Report published July 13 following an inspection on May 23-24. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: pupils achieve and behave well; well-organised and ambitious curriculum; extra-curricular opportunities. Improvements needed: heavy teacher workload. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Earth

6. Cottam Primary School
Report published July 17 following an inspection on April 18-19. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: friendly and welcoming; pupils achieve and behave well; broad and balanced curriculum. Improvements needed: delivery of subject curriculums for pupils with SEND; checks on learning; reading curriculum. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps

7. Fulwood Academy
Report published July 18 following an inspection on June 6-7. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: pupils achieve and behave well; ambitious curriculum; priority placed on reading. Improvements needed: some subject curriculums. Previous inspection: requires improvement. Photo: Google Maps

8. Leyland St James Church of England Primary School
Report published July 21 following an inspection on June 6, 14-15. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: delightful quality of education; pupils behave and acheive well; support for SEND. Improvements needed: extra-curricular activities; governers challenging leaders. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps

