Our Ethos and Vision

At Lister Community School, a thriving co-educational secondary school in Newham, East London, our ethos is built on the belief that every student deserves a world-class education and the opportunity to achieve their very best.

Our School Motto

Always Aiming for Excellence

Our Vision

We aspire to provide a world-class international education for young people in Newham, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and values to succeed in further education, employment, and life.

Our Mission Statement

• To deliver the highest possible standard of teaching and learning, ensuring that Lister is the first-choice secondary school for families in Newham.

• To offer a broad, rich, and balanced curriculum that prepares students for success at top sixth forms, universities, and careers.

• To develop a love of learning, appreciation of culture, and the ability to contribute positively to the local and global community.

• To be a centre of excellence for inclusive education and staff development.

Core Values for our Students

We expect all our students to:

• Always Aim for Excellence – set ambitious goals and strive to achieve them.

• Be Kind, Polite and Considerate – respect themselves and others in all situations.

• Take Responsibility – No Excuses – own their learning, behaviour, and future.