Lister Primary School

URN: 134053 • Bradford BD9 5AT

Overview

Name
Lister Primary School
URN
134053
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
53.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gaynor Kilmister (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Scotchman Road, Bradford BD9 5AT

Summary

Lister Primary School is a community school located in Bradford, serving a mixed-gender population of 361 pupils, with a capacity for 420. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment, with 18.5% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its diverse community. The ethos of the school centres around the principle of 'Excellence for All', aiming to develop the whole child through a supportive and nurturing atmosphere.

The curriculum at Lister Primary is designed to encourage creativity, collaboration, and confidence among students. The school promotes values such as compassion and courtesy, which are integral to its culture and learning environment. This approach not only supports academic achievement but also prepares students to understand and respect diversity within modern Britain.

Lister Primary warmly invites parents and the community to engage with the school, highlighting its commitment to open communication and involvement. The school encourages visits to experience its positive culture and the dedication of its staff in providing quality education for all students.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
361
Boys
168
Girls
193
FSM %
18.50
Open date
2003-09-01
Close date
2020-08-31
Last Ofsted
2018-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 361 168 193 420 18.50
2024-09-11 361 168 193 420 18.50
2023-09-11 361 168 193 420 18.50
2022-09-11 361 168 193 420 18.50
2021-09-11 361 168 193 420 18.50
2020-09-11 361 168 193 420 18.50

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