This included five primary schools and one nursery, across Preston, including Hutton, New Longton, Higher Walton and Samlesbury.
All of these establishments were classed as ‘good’, with one marking an improvement from a previous inspection and another receiving their first rating ever.
Take a look at the six establishments below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement…
5. St Ignatius’ Catholic Primary School
Report published July 18, following an inspection on May 25-26. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: a welcoming, family feel; high expectations of pupils; well developed curriculum. Improvements needed: in key stages 1 and 2, insufficient thought is given to the essential knowledge that pupils must learn and teachers miss opportunities to help pupils to make connections. Previous inspection: Requires Improvement. Photo: Google Maps
6. Higher Walton Church of England Primary School
Report published July 22, following an inspection on June 8. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: a happy place to play and learn; pupils learn about different faiths and cultures; broad curriculum. Improvements needed: in some subjects, the essential knowledge that pupils must learn has not been identified; some new leaders lack the expertise to check how effective their curriculum is; reading fluency in key stage 1. Previous inspection: Good. Photo: Google Maps