Tower House School
URN: 102937 • London SW14 8LF
Overview
- Name
- Tower House School
- URN
- 102937
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neill Lunnon (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 02088763323
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 188 Sheen Lane, London SW14 8LF
Summary
Tower House School is an independent preparatory school for boys aged 4 to 13, located in East Sheen, Richmond upon Thames, London. With a current enrolment of 174 pupils and a capacity of 188, the school emphasizes a supportive and nurturing environment where each boy is encouraged to thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to promote strong literacy and numeracy skills, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities that foster creativity and teamwork.
The school prides itself on small class sizes, allowing for individual attention and tailored support to meet each pupil's needs. The ethos at Tower House centres on kindness, respect, and social responsibility, aiming to develop confident young men who are curious and adventurous in their learning. The community is described as a close-knit family, where positive relationships between staff and students enhance the overall educational experience.
Admissions are open to families from various areas in South-West London, with a focus on understanding the individual needs of prospective pupils. The school offers opportunities for parents to engage through open events and personal tours, fostering a strong connection between home and school.
The school prides itself on small class sizes, allowing for individual attention and tailored support to meet each pupil's needs. The ethos at Tower House centres on kindness, respect, and social responsibility, aiming to develop confident young men who are curious and adventurous in their learning. The community is described as a close-knit family, where positive relationships between staff and students enhance the overall educational experience.
Admissions are open to families from various areas in South-West London, with a focus on understanding the individual needs of prospective pupils. The school offers opportunities for parents to engage through open events and personal tours, fostering a strong connection between home and school.
Useful links
- Meet Our Staff & Governors (governance)
- Absence from School Form (sen)
- Preparing for Senior Schools (sen)
- Senior School Destinations (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Residential & Day Trips (sen)
- Senior SchoolYear 4 - Year 8 (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 4 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 188
- Pupils
- 174
- Boys
- 174
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-10-16
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 174 | 174 | 0 | 188 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 173 | 173 | 0 | 188 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 181 | 181 | 0 | 188 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 181 | 181 | 0 | 188 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 186 | 186 | 0 | 188 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 190 | 190 | 0 | 188 |
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