The following table shows the average number of months that primary and secondary schools spend in special measures. The figures are based on the schools that were removed from this Ofsted category during the 2007/08 academic year and the 1997/98 figures are shown for comparison. Pupil referral units and special schools are not included in view of the small numbers involved.
Phase 2007/08 1997/98 Primary 18 23 Secondary 20 28 Note: Pupil referral units and special schools not shown in view of the small numbers involved (seven during 2007/08).