City Lit
URN: 130401 • London WC2B 4BA
Overview
- Name
- City Lit
- URN
- 130401
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Malcomson (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02072429872
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Keeley Street, London WC2B 4BA
Summary
City Lit is a further education institution located in Camden, London, offering a wide range of adult education courses. Established in 1919, it has a long-standing commitment to enriching lives through learning, providing opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds to explore new interests and develop skills. The institution offers both online and in-person courses across various subjects, including art, languages, business, health, and wellbeing.
The school prides itself on its inclusive and supportive learning environment, with expert tutors who are often industry professionals. City Lit's recent Ofsted inspection in May 2023 rated the institution as Outstanding, highlighting its dedication to academic excellence and student support. The curriculum is designed to cater to the needs of adult learners, focusing on both educational and personal development.
In addition to its educational offerings, City Lit actively engages with the cultural and intellectual life of London, fostering a sense of community among its students. The institution aims to nurture not only academic growth but also the physical and mental wellbeing of its learners, creating a connected and vibrant community around shared interests.
The school prides itself on its inclusive and supportive learning environment, with expert tutors who are often industry professionals. City Lit's recent Ofsted inspection in May 2023 rated the institution as Outstanding, highlighting its dedication to academic excellence and student support. The curriculum is designed to cater to the needs of adult learners, focusing on both educational and personal development.
In addition to its educational offerings, City Lit actively engages with the cultural and intellectual life of London, fostering a sense of community among its students. The institution aims to nurture not only academic growth but also the physical and mental wellbeing of its learners, creating a connected and vibrant community around shared interests.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Skills for life (sen)
- English skills (sen)
- GCSE English (sen)
- English skills for life (sen)
- Functional Skills English (sen)
- Workplace communication & other employment skills (sen)
- Maths (sen)
- Maths for life & work (sen)
- Screen acting and TV presenting (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (75.2)
- Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy (72.2)
- Big Creative Academy (70.2)
- Woodhouse College (70.2)
- Waltham Forest College (68.7)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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