The Samuel Lister Academy
URN: 137576 • Bingley BD16 1TZ
Overview
- Name
- The Samuel Lister Academy
- URN
- 137576
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 33.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dwayne Saxton (since 2025) , Acting Executive Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Cottingley New Road, Bingley BD16 1TZ
Summary
The Samuel Lister Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Bingley, Bradford, with a current enrolment of 645 pupils and a capacity of 1,100. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a supportive and inclusive educational environment for all students. The school is committed to fostering a positive ethos that encourages personal growth, academic achievement, and community involvement.
The curriculum at The Samuel Lister Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for enrichment. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also promoting the development of essential life skills. Support systems are in place to assist students in their educational journey, ensuring that they receive the guidance needed to succeed.
With 27.1% of pupils eligible for free school meals, The Samuel Lister Academy is dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by its community. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a collaborative environment that supports student well-being and achievement. For more information, visit their website at samuellister.co.uk.
The curriculum at The Samuel Lister Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for enrichment. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also promoting the development of essential life skills. Support systems are in place to assist students in their educational journey, ensuring that they receive the guidance needed to succeed.
With 27.1% of pupils eligible for free school meals, The Samuel Lister Academy is dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by its community. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a collaborative environment that supports student well-being and achievement. For more information, visit their website at samuellister.co.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Beckfoot School (76.9)
- Bingley Grammar School (66.1)
- Dixons Cottingley Academy (52.5)
- Aire Valley School (45.2)
- Beckfoot School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 645
- Boys
- 357
- Girls
- 288
- FSM %
- 27.10
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- 2018-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 645 | 357 | 288 | 1100 | 27.10 |
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