Lancaster Independent School for Alternative Learning (Lisal)
School summary
With just twelve pupils on its roll, Lancaster Independent School for Alternative Learning (Lisal) is among the smallest schools a family is likely to consider. This independent, mixed school in Lancaster takes a distinctly different approach, as its name suggests, and operates without any religious affiliation. The intimate scale means pupils are known individually rather than as part of a crowd. Lisal is led by Ms Kathryn Flasby and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
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Teaching & academics
As a fee-paying independent school, Lisal sits outside the state system and follows its own alternative learning ethos. Its tiny size points to highly personalised teaching, with attention focused closely on each child.
Head · Ms Kathryn Flasby
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A very small, independent school for families drawn to an alternative style of education in Lancaster.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.