Lister Community School
URN: 148902 • London E13 9AE
Overview
- Name
- Lister Community School
- URN
- 148902
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NEWHAM COMMUNITY LEARNING
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 32.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alice Clay (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02084713311
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Mary's Road, London E13 9AE
Summary
Lister Community School is a mixed secondary academy located in Newham, London, with a current enrolment of 1,497 students and a capacity of 1,550. The school operates under the motto "Always Aiming for Excellence," reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality education to students in the local community. Lister Community School aims to challenge students academically and encourage them to excel in various areas, preparing them for successful transitions to sixth forms and universities.
The school places a strong emphasis on hard work and personal development, ensuring that all students have access to the same educational opportunities as their peers across the country. With a significant proportion of students (52.90%) eligible for free school meals, Lister Community School is dedicated to supporting its diverse student body and fostering an inclusive environment.
In addition to its academic focus, Lister Community School engages with the local community, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration. The school regularly communicates with parents through newsletters and updates, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at [lister.ncltrust.net](http://lister.ncltrust.net/).
The school places a strong emphasis on hard work and personal development, ensuring that all students have access to the same educational opportunities as their peers across the country. With a significant proportion of students (52.90%) eligible for free school meals, Lister Community School is dedicated to supporting its diverse student body and fostering an inclusive environment.
In addition to its academic focus, Lister Community School engages with the local community, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration. The school regularly communicates with parents through newsletters and updates, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at [lister.ncltrust.net](http://lister.ncltrust.net/).
Useful links
- Governance and Reporting (governance)
- View All (calendar)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Student Leadership (other)
- Welcome to Lister (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Inclusion (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates 2025/26 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Newham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NEWHAM COMMUNITY LEARNING
- Capacity
- 1550
- Pupils
- 1497
- Boys
- 844
- Girls
- 653
- FSM %
- 52.90
- Open date
- 2021-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1497 | 844 | 653 | 1550 | 52.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1592 | 906 | 686 | 1550 | 43.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1537 | 873 | 664 | 1550 | 37.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1537 | 873 | 664 | 1550 | 37.70 |
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