Schools and nurseries 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/nursery requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the twelve educational establishments below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...
7. Thames Primary Academy
Report published Jan 30 following an inspection on Dec 6-7. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: safe and happy pupils; well designed curriculum; pupils achieve and behave well. Improvements needed: approaches to assessment. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
8. Little Dreamers Nursery
Report published Feb 1 following an inspection on Dec 21. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: staff provide a broad and interesting range of items and activities; all children make good progress; children behave well. Improvements needed: deepen staff's understanding of how to promote equality and diversity; strengthen the link between observation of practice and the support provided to improve staff's knowledge. Previous inspection: N/A. | Google Maps
9. Layton Pre-School
Report published Feb 16 following an inspection on Jan 24. Classed as 'Good'. Highlights: friendly and welcoming; broad and balanced curriculum; children behave well. Improvements needed: strengthen understanding of less experienced staff r.e. the overarching curriculum intent; staff understanding of sequential learning. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps