Lister Community School

About Lister Community School

Lister Community School is a co-edcational secondary school located in Plaistow, Newham, East London. Our site is easily accessible, with excellent travel links by tube, overground trains, the DLR. Our site is also served by a number of local bus routes.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.0

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 40 responses • 2.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

77.5% positive 20% negative

My child feels safe at this school

80% positive 17.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

67.5% positive 32.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

75% positive 20% negative

My child does well at this school

77.5% positive 20% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 40 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

88.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

45.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.31

Progress 8

Below average

44.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

60.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

68.3% entered EBacc

27.5% achieved EBacc

356 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

E

Emily G.

Parent Sep 12, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Experience for Our Daughter"

We have been really impressed with Lister Community School. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the teachers are supportive and enthusiastic. The values of the school align perfectly with our own and we feel that our daughter is thriving in a positive and inclusive environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David R.

Parent Jun 15, 2021

5.0

"A Great Learning Experience"

Both of our children attended Lister Community School and we were extremely pleased with the education they received. The school's commitment to excellence and its focus on student leadership are outstanding. We were impressed by the range of extracurricular activities and the support provided to students in their personal and academic growth.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K.

Parent Dec 10, 2020

4.0

"Improving, but a Few Challenges Remain"

We moved to the area recently and chose Lister Community School for our child's education. While we have seen some positives, such as the school's efforts to promote mental health and wellbeing, we have also encountered some difficulties with communication and the transition process. Overall, we are hopeful that the school will continue to improve and meet our expectations.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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