The short version
At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
- The school is at capacity (95% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 59
- Capacity
- 95%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Head
- Headteacher Natalie Aiken
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
33 High Street, Epping, Essex, CM16 4BA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmOpen Box Education Centre
Independent · 422m away
Epping St Johns Church of England School
Secondary · 513m away
Epping Primary School
Primary · 714m away
Coopersale Hall School
Independent · 1.7km away
Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Theydon Bois Primary School
Primary · 2.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Tower School a selective school?
Yes. The Tower School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is The Tower School's Ofsted rating?
The Tower School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Tower School?
The Tower School currently has 59 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Tower School take?
The Tower School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is The Tower School?
The Tower School is in CM16 4BA, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Tower School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Tower School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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