Schools, colleges 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 an educational establishment requires improvement, it is put under special measures, whilst good schools are checked less frequently.
Take a look at the schools and nurseries that received reports in March and February below, including their classifications, highlights and areas that require improvement...
7. Planet Kaos Nursery And Preschool
Report published Mar 27 following an inspection on Mar 7. Classed as good. Highlights: warm and welcoming; children benefit from a curriculum that supports their personal, social and emotional development; well-qualified staff . Improvements needed: support staff to make the most of opportunities when interacting with children; consider the use of dummies for communication skills. Previous inspection: Inadequate. | Google Maps
8. West Park Kindergarten
Report published Feb 26 following an inspection on Feb 11. Classed as good for all categories. Highlights: busy, well-organised nursery; well-considered curriculum; children make good progress towards their onward education. Improvements needed: focus professional development more incisively in areas identified through leaders' reflection on provision. Previous inspection: N/A. | Google Maps
9. Kids Planet Poulton Carr Head
Report published Feb 25 following an inspection on Jan 29. Classed as outstanding for all categories. Highlights: Children thrive and make excellent progress; meticulously planned and well-sequenced curriculum; staff have a robust understanding of what each child needs to learn next. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: N/A. | Google Maps
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10. Kincraig Ducklings Nursery (@Kincraig Primary & Junior School)
Report published Feb 19 following an inspection on Jan 22. Classed as good for all categories. Highlights: consistent and nurturing staff team; well behaved children; children consistently make good progress across all areas of development. Improvements needed: ensure staff have a more precise idea of the knowledge and skills they want children to learn next. Previous inspection: Good. | Google Maps
11. Teepee Childcare Lytham Road
Report published Feb 19 following an inspection on Jan 21. Classed as good for all categories. Highlights: warm and welcoming environment; well-designed, sequenced curriculum; children behave and achieve well. Improvements needed: strengthen hygiene practices; develop staff's understanding of how to plan purposeful learning opportunities in the outdoor provision. Previous inspection: N/A. | Google Maps
12. Mini Me's Nursery
Report published Feb 10 following an inspection on Jan 9. Classed as outstanding for all categories. Highlights: exceptional staff team; remarkable, welcoming and nurturing environment; children are extremely well prepared for their next stage in learning. Improvements needed: N/A. Previous inspection: Outstanding. | Google Maps