The Tower School
The Tower School is an independent special school in Epping for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 60 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Tower School is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.
Ofsted inspection: June 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 33 High Street Epping Essex CM16 4BA |
| Phone | 01992926020 |
| Reference Number | 148422 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 60 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 75%
Girls: 25% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Tower School is performing exceptionally well, with all areas of education rated as outstanding. Many students arrive with past negative experiences in education, but the school has created a nurturing environment that enables significant academic and social growth. The school's focus on individual needs, rigorous professional development for staff, and robust curriculum planning ensures that students make remarkable progress, excelling in both their studies and personal development. The comprehensive support systems in place, including for pupils with special educational needs, foster a climate of safety and confidence, allowing pupils to thrive and prepare effectively for adulthood.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 07 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 May 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Mar 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Exceptional commitment to understanding individual pupil needs.
- High-quality professional development for staff.
- Expertly sequenced curriculum tailored for students with SEND.
- Strong culture of reading fostered across the school.
- Effective PSHE curriculum integrated into school life.
- Exemplary behaviour and positive social interactions among pupils.
- Robust support for improving pupil attendance.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Tower School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is The Tower School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Tower School is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.
When was The Tower School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Tower School was last inspected in June 2025.
How many pupils does The Tower School have?
The Tower School has 60 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Tower School cover?
The Tower School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is The Tower School?
The Tower School is at 33 High Street, Epping, Essex, CM16 4BA.