Lister Community School

URN: 102778 • London E13 9AE

Overview

Name
Lister Community School
URN
102778
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kunal Vora (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
St Mary's Road, London E13 9AE

Summary

Lister Community School, located in Newham, London, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrollment of 1,486 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 1,550. The school is committed to providing high-quality education, believing that every student in the area deserves the same opportunities as those in other parts of the country. The motto "Always Aiming for Excellence" reflects the school's ethos of encouraging students to strive for their best in all areas.

The curriculum at Lister Community School is designed to challenge students academically while preparing them for future success in sixth forms and universities. The school emphasizes hard work and personal excellence, fostering an environment where students are motivated to achieve their goals.

With a significant percentage of pupils (33.20%) eligible for free school meals, Lister Community School serves a diverse community, aiming to support all students in their educational journey. The school actively engages with families through regular newsletters and communications, ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Newham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1550
Pupils
1486
Boys
847
Girls
639
FSM %
33.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2021-11-30
Last Ofsted
2018-12-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1486 847 639 1550 33.20
2024-09-11 1486 847 639 1550 33.20
2023-09-11 1486 847 639 1550 33.20
2022-09-11 1486 847 639 1550 33.20
2021-09-11 1486 847 639 1550 33.20
2020-09-11 1491 852 639 1350 24.90

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