During the first two months of the academic year – September and October – eight schools across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble had Ofsted reports published online. This included six primary schools and two secondary schools.
None of these schools were classed as requires improvements, all having found to have met the expected standards- some are even considered ‘outstanding’.
Take a look at the eight schools below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement…
5. Gillibrand Primary School
Report published September 29, following an inspection on July 19-20. Classed as 'outstanding'. Highlights: pupils behave well and work hard; extra-curricular opportunities are praised; well-designed curriculum. Improvements needed: better staff training on phonics. Previous inspection: Outstanding. Photo: Google Maps
6. St Chad’s Catholic Primary School
Report published September 28, following an inspection on July 12. Classed as 'good'. Highlights: well behaved children; interesting and relevant curriculum; a rich diet of wider curriculum experiences. Improvements needed: sometimes unnecessarily repeat work from the early years in KS1. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
7. Abbey Village Primary School
Report published September 26, following an inspection on July 7. Classed as 'good' but a full inspection has been called to check how accurate this is. Highlights: friendly school were everyone knows everyone; many extra-curricular opportunities; reading is prioritised. Improvements needed: some subject curriculums are not fully developed; new subject leaders have had limited training; staff’s expectations for pupils’ behaviour are sometimes too low. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps
8. St Mary’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Chipping
Report published September 23, following an inspection on July 13. Classed as 'good' but a full inspection has been called to check how accurate this is. Highlights: like a family; lots of extra-curricular activities; broad and engaging curriculum. Improvements needed: some leaders lack the subject-specific knowledge they need to lead their subjects confidently. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps