MixedIndependent

The Tower School

Essex, East of England · CM16 4BA

The Tower School is a notably small independent school in Essex, with around 59 pupils on roll. It admits boys and girls and has no religious affiliation, with entry available at age 11 through an 11+ assessment. As an ISI-inspected independent, it sits outside the state system, and its intimate size means classes are likely to be small and the atmosphere close-knit. Families drawn to a personal, low-volume setting rather than a large institution may find it of particular interest.

59

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
59
Location
Essex, East of England
Website
https://www.thetowerschool.co.uk/

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Attainment 8

2.4

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

The published headline measures sit well below national averages: an Attainment 8 score of 2.4 against a national figure of 46.9, and 0% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. With such a small cohort, these figures should be read with care, as a handful of pupils can move the numbers sharply. Prospective parents would do well to discuss results, cohort size and the curriculum directly with the school.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A very small independent in Essex offering an unusually personal scale; its published academic figures sit far below national averages and merit close discussion.

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The Tower School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is The Tower School located?

The Tower School is located at 33 High Street, Epping, CM16 4BA.

What type of school is The Tower School?

The Tower School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.

How many pupils attend The Tower School?

The Tower School has approximately 59 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.