Lister Community SchoolA L W A Y S A I M I N G F O R E X C E L L E N C E

“One of the 100 Most Improved Schools in the Country” DFE January 2014

WelcomeYou want the very best for your child. Lister is now a highly

regarded school, recognised by the Department for Education as

one of the most improved in the country in the last three years.

Students’ achievement in their GCSEs has risen for each of the

last four years. You can send your child to Lister with confidence,

knowing that they will receive an education which stretches them

academically whilst giving them a broad range of opportunities

within a safe, supportive and forward thinking community.

We know how challenging the transition from primary to secondary

can be. Our successful ‘Induction Fortnight’ in July allows Year 6

students to spend time with us so that they really get to know the

school before they arrive in Year 7.

Our staff are determined to give the highest possible standard

of education — they are highly qualified and committed to

improving standards and results every year. I am very proud of our

achievements and encourage you to visit this exciting and vibrant

community. Come and see us at one of our open events or, if you

prefer, contact me directly for an appointment.

Anthony Wilson, Headteacher

“We know we have a strong Leadership Team that can keep Lister moving forward to be even more successful.” DAVE WOOD, CHAIR OF GOVERNORS

“A culture of learning and high aspirations across the school.” OFSTED 2013

“The support and encouragement from my teachers helped me to achieve 11A*s and an A at GCSE last year — I am very grateful to Lister for the help they gave me.” INAYAT, CLASS OF 2013

HighAcademicStandardsOur core purpose is to provide the highest possible quality of

education for our students. We recruit and develop outstanding

teachers and we are continually seeking to improve the quality of

our teaching.

Our Library is at the heart of the school, and students are encouraged

to develop their love of reading. Our approach in the classroom is to

encourage independent learners, able to speak, read and write with

confidence and to express their views clearly.

“Teaching over time is good and, in a growing number of lessons, is outstanding.” OFSTED 2013

“I’m very proud to be a senior student. You don’t just dress differently. You actually are responsible for making the school even better.” YEAR 11 SENIOR STUDENT

Character and Leadership

While exam results are important,

we never forget the importance of

good behaviour. All members of our

community are encouraged to treat

each other with kindness, politeness

and consideration. High expectations

of behaviour, supported by a well

developed system of rewards and

sanctions, help to create a calm

atmosphere so that learning can take

place.

Student Leadership positions are one of the many ways that

students learn to take responsibility, and Student Leaders are role

models for younger students. Our vertical tutoring system means

that new students get to know pupils from older years, creating a

supportive and friendly environment.

OpportunityLister offers a broad and rich curriculum catering to individual needs.

Alongside our strengths in the more traditional academic subjects

we also ensure that there is a chance for all students to discover and

excel in the subjects which they can be passionate about.

Students can get involved

in a very wide range of

enrichment activities,

including dance shows, drama

productions, debating clubs,

chess clubs, trips, visits and

a wide range of sports. Our

aim for excellence applies in

these areas as much as in any

other. We are very proud of

our national champions in

fencing, and the awards won

by our students who have entered national computer programming

and Business & Enterprise competitions.

We were very proud that in 2013 we became the first partner school in the Music in Secondary Schools Trust, supported by Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber. This, together with the support of Newham’s Every Child a Musician programme, is ensuring that Lister has one of the most exciting secondary music programmes in the country. All new students are provided with an instrument and receive specialist instrumental teaching. We believe all our students benefit from the self-discipline and enjoyment that comes from making music together.

“When I arrived at Lister last year, I found it a very professional atmosphere, but also very friendly – staff and students are welcoming, and everyone smiles at you when you go around the building”

SARAH HENDY, HEAD OF MUSIC

Care and Support

The House system has become a

key part of the way that students

are supported. Students join one

of the five houses — Hawking,

Galileo, Da Vinci, Shelley and

King. These Houses are small

communities within which each

student can find a secure base.

Each House has a senior teacher

as their Head of House, and also a dedicated Pastoral Manager and

House Support Officer. Brothers and sisters are assigned to the

same house, which helps to build up good relationships between the

House team and the family. Tutors review pupils’ progress in regular

one to one meetings and feed back directly to parents every term.

“The school manages behaviour well and staff are consistent in their use of the school behaviour policy . . . Students say that they feel very safe.” OFSTED 2013

We employ a large range of specialist staff to meet the varying needs of

pupils at different points in their school career. This includes our outstanding

Deaf Support Department, a School Home Support Worker and a Student

Counsellor as well as staff experienced in Special Educational Needs. We

want to ensure that all students feel safe and supported, and encouraged to

fulfil their potential, whatever their starting point.

“The House really does feel like a family, and the older students made us very welcome when we arrived.” YEAR 8 STUDENT

St Mary’s Road, Plaistow, London E13 9AE · Telephone 020 8471 3311 · Fax 020 8472 1027

www.lister.newham.sch.uk · Email lcs@lister.newham.sch.uk · Headteacher — Anthony Wilson

“Mutual respect is at the heart of the positive relationships which pervade the school.” OFSTED 2013